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How to pronounce tidal in American English

“tidal” pronunciation by American speakers

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“tidal” in real sentences — American speakers

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  1. Tidal areas are another option.

    USGS

  2. There are gravitational tidal disruptions.

    NSF

  3. ALWAYS AN OUT THAT TIDAL ENERGY COULD HAVE POWERED ACTIVITY, TIDAL ENERGY DUE TO BREAKING ORBIT

    NASA

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