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How to pronounce soon in British English

“soon” pronunciation by British speakers

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“soon” in real sentences — British speakers

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  1. of years' time, but actually as soon as as soon as a couple of

    The Scottish Parliament

  2. held as soon as possible.

    The Scottish Parliament

  3. as soon as we as soon as we possibly can as for the car boot sale

    UK Parliament

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