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“shaves” pronunciation in real English speech

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“shaves” in real sentences

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  1. -But you turn it, and it shaves -- -It shaves out.

    The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon

  2. Which is where he shaves.

    60 Minutes Australia

  3. - That he shaves his head.

    WIRED

  4. who shaves himself, including the barber.

    CrashCourse

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