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How to pronounce stave in American English

“stave” pronunciation by American speakers

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“stave” in real sentences — American speakers

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  1. stave off another government shutdown?

    The Obama White House

  2. Welcome to our Stave to our

    FAA

  3. the Turks to stave off further sanctions?

    State Department

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