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How to pronounce wreak in American English

“wreak” pronunciation by American speakers

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“wreak” in real sentences — American speakers

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  1. of college kids over to wreak havoc on the White House.

    The Obama White House

  2. and narcoterrorists who wreak havoc on parts of the Colombian countryside.

    State Department

  3. only takes one severe storm to wreak devastation on a particular community.

    Census Bureau

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