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How to pronounce sharks in British English

“sharks” pronunciation by British speakers

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“sharks” in real sentences — British speakers

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  1. got as you probably understand in Australia we have sharks and sharks sometimes attack people some

    The Scottish Parliament

  2. It has murdered sharks and dolphins.

    UK Parliament

  3. no option but to go to the unregulated loan sharks who operate outwith the law.

    The Scottish Parliament

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