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How to pronounce surpassed in British English
“surpassed” pronunciation by British speakers
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“surpassed” in real sentences — British speakers
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cases surpassed the definition of hostility.
The Scottish Parliament
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Nor is there any painter of the continent who has surpassed it."
UK Parliament
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