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How to pronounce strident in British English

“strident” pronunciation by British speakers

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  1. this, in very strident language.

    UK Parliament

  2. in quite strident terms, that its independence

    The Scottish Parliament

  3. The Glasgow and West of Scotland Forum of Housing Associations has been very strident in its

    The Scottish Parliament

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