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How to pronounce shutting in American English

“shutting” pronunciation by American speakers

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“shutting” in real sentences — American speakers

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  1. shutting down, basic services shutting down, and government workers not being paid.

    The Obama White House

  2. Shutting down technology, shutting down information pathways – that does nothing to address the legitimate

    State Department

  3. THE SPACE PROGRAM SHUTTING DOWN.

    NASA

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