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How to pronounce tries in British English

“tries” pronunciation by British speakers

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“tries” in real sentences — British speakers

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  1. now now he tries to defend he tries to defend the bedroom tax let me just

    UK Parliament

  2. do tries to undermine these things.

    The Scottish Parliament

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