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How to pronounce straddle in British English

“straddle” pronunciation by British speakers

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“straddle” in real sentences — British speakers

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  1. they straddle both health and social care.

    The Scottish Parliament

  2. it come up mate they were talking about prorogue in Parliament to straddle October the 31st

    UK Parliament

Words that sound like “straddle”

Words one sound away from straddle — the pairs that are easy to mix up. Listen to them back to back.

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