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How to pronounce stripes in British English

“stripes” pronunciation by British speakers

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“stripes” in real sentences — British speakers

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  1. stripes, look up to and aspire to emulate.

    The Scottish Parliament

  2. of of either um partisan stripes of late.

    The Scottish Parliament

  3. The blue colors represent cold years, the red stripes represent hot years.

    UK Parliament

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