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How to pronounce shortsighted in British English
“shortsighted” pronunciation by British speakers
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“shortsighted” in real sentences — British speakers
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The cuts are shortsighted.
The Scottish Parliament
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the public and the government judge schools and if uh a school takes the shortsighted view
UK Parliament
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