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How to pronounce stand in British English

“stand” pronunciation by British speakers

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  1. parties stand stand on those manifestors.

    The Scottish Parliament

  2. to stand stand firm and in the next phase of negotiations against the fishing

    UK Parliament

  3. Stand strong for your communities.

    The Scottish Parliament

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