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How to pronounce spill in American English

“spill” pronunciation by American speakers

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“spill” in real sentences — American speakers

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  1. oil spill and the more recent spill out in Santa Barbara.

    The Obama White House

  2. SPILL OFF INTO THE GALAXY.

    NASA

  3. spill out on the floodplain?

    US Fish & Wildlife Service

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