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How to pronounce understate in British English
“understate” pronunciation by British speakers
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“understate” in real sentences — British speakers
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as prudent as possible and not to understate the costs,
The Scottish Parliament
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However, teachers tell me that the statistics understate the problem.
The Scottish Parliament
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