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How to pronounce woeful in British English

“woeful” pronunciation by British speakers

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  1. woeful and misplaced priorities.

    The Scottish Parliament

  2. response to it is woeful.

    UK Parliament

  3. It is an absolutely woeful record.

    The Scottish Parliament

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