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How to pronounce setbacks in British English
“setbacks” pronunciation by British speakers
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“setbacks” in real sentences — British speakers
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They have received setbacks before, and in the face of those setbacks they have remained courageous
The Scottish Parliament
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It may take some generations and it may suffer setbacks.
UK Parliament
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It has been a long road with many setbacks, but here we are today.
The Scottish Parliament
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