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How to pronounce shocked in American English

“shocked” pronunciation by American speakers

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“shocked” in real sentences — American speakers

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  1. I was absolutely shocked.

    CDC

  2. This was a crime that shocked our community, shocked the nation, quite frankly.

    Dept of Justice

  3. The President: I'm shocked.

    The Obama White House

Words that sound like “shocked”

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