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How to pronounce tantamount in British English
“tantamount” pronunciation by British speakers
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“tantamount” in real sentences — British speakers
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much more—it is tantamount to insulting them.
UK Parliament
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is tantamount to agreeing that Scotland should become independent?
The Scottish Parliament
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It is tantamount to blackmail and incompatible with good-faith negotiation on important topics.
The Scottish Parliament
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