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How to pronounce sharper in British English

“sharper” pronunciation by British speakers

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  1. sharper about what we measure.

    The Scottish Parliament

  2. even larger, which makes the severity even sharper.

    The Scottish Parliament

  3. Her emotional and intellectual development had matured with a sharper feminist focus.

    UK Parliament

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