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How to pronounce tarmac in American English
“tarmac” pronunciation by American speakers
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“tarmac” in real sentences — American speakers
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push against the the tarmac.
NSF
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at least greet him on the tarmac.
The Obama White House
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down the tarmac was completely avoidable given the withdrawal.
State Department
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