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How to pronounce shuts in British English

“shuts” pronunciation by British speakers

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“shuts” in real sentences — British speakers

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  1. that service if it shuts down.

    The Scottish Parliament

  2. We have only one underground system, which is in Glasgow and still shuts at 6 pm

    The Scottish Parliament

  3. moment is when the lights go out and everything shuts down and will he agree with

    UK Parliament

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