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How to pronounce sprain

“sprain” pronunciation in American and British English

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“sprain” in real sentences

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  1. >> I PREFER IT BE A LOWER ANKLE SPRAIN THAN HIGH ANKLE SPRAIN.

    Nebraska Public Media

  2. um sprain had operation on it.

    RNZ

  3. break or a sprain or heat.

    Andrew Huberman

  4. in san diego with a left knee sprain

    LENNY MELNICK FANTASY SPORTS

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