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How to pronounce “pugnacious”

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Pronunciation guide for pugnacious

Learning goal: Practice the English pronunciation of pugnacious with real speech in context.
Available examples: 2 YouTube examples
Real speech example: Finding Samuel LoweWe are, I guess prideful, and pugnacious.
Definition summary: Naturally aggressive or hostile; combative; belligerent; bellicose.

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Finding Samuel Lowe

We are, I guess prideful, and pugnacious.

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