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How to pronounce tugging in American English

“tugging” pronunciation by American speakers

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“tugging” in real sentences — American speakers

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  1. tugging of the planet itself.

    Smithsonian Air & Space

  2. I'm sure John was tugging on his coattail.

    NASA

  3. Even with that unspeakable act of violence tugging at their conscience,

    The Obama White House

Words that sound like “tugging”

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