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How to pronounce sparkle in American English
“sparkle” pronunciation by American speakers
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“sparkle” in real sentences — American speakers
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This says clouds sparkle?
Smithsonian Air & Space
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[ sound effects ] boom, whoosh, drip, splash, sparkle
FEMA
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They don't sparkle like the like the stars do.
NSF
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