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How to pronounce sufficiency in American English
“sufficiency” pronunciation by American speakers
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“sufficiency” in real sentences — American speakers
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a pathway to self-sufficiency.
USDA
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in agricultural resilience, innovation, self-sufficiency.
State Department
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it will encourage regional self sufficiency.
The Obama White House
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