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How to pronounce shrub in American English

“shrub” pronunciation by American speakers

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“shrub” in real sentences — American speakers

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  1. juniper and shrub habitats.

    US Forest Service

  2. this site is more shrub or this site is less shrub Etc these plots were set

    USGS

  3. Since the fires, shrub cover has decreased.

    USGS

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