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How to pronounce “condescending”

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Pronunciation guide for condescending

Learning goal: Practice the English pronunciation of condescending with real speech in context.
Available examples: 8 YouTube examples
Real speech example: It’s Time To Rethink the Role of First Ladythis kind of condescending constellation around the president
Definition summary: Assuming a tone of superiority, or a patronizing attitude.

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It’s Time To Rethink the Role of First Lady

this kind of condescending constellation around the president

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