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How to pronounce wistful

“wistful” pronunciation in American and British English

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“wistful” in real sentences

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  1. >> sound so wistful, You you know.

    SmartLess

  2. He straight up sounded wistful there.

    Late Night with Seth Meyers

  3. the inside voice only as wistful blessing.

    Nebraska Public Media

  4. It was "Wistful," I think was the working title.

    Talks at Google

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