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How to pronounce starts in American English

“starts” pronunciation by American speakers

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“starts” in real sentences — American speakers

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  1. President, starts tomorrow and -- The President: What starts?

    The White House

  2. My story starts not here, it starts in Mexico.

    NASA

  3. That starts with the United Nations — starts right here in this room.

    State Department

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