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How to pronounce sucking in American English

“sucking” pronunciation by American speakers

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“sucking” in real sentences — American speakers

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  1. >> 'Cause of the air sucking out...

    NIST

  2. So they have uncoordinated sucking and swallowing.

    The Obama White House

  3. They’re sucking it out of the atmosphere.

    USGS

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