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How to pronounce sorrow in American English

“sorrow” pronunciation by American speakers

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“sorrow” in real sentences — American speakers

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  1. and those that are in sorrow.

    Dept of Justice

  2. with deep sorrow and some shame.

    The Obama White House

  3. It was deep sorrow, at least in the north.

    National Archives

Words that sound like “sorrow”

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