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How to pronounce turnpike in American English
“turnpike” pronunciation by American speakers
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on the turnpike turnpike data indicate that the truck speed averaged 67 miles per hour
NTSB
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searched on the New Jersey Turnpike, even though I'm sure I wasn't speeding.
The Obama White House
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So with that, I think we are about ready to turn it over to John Turnpike
US Fish & Wildlife Service
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