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How to pronounce “rickety”

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Pronunciation guide for rickety

Learning goal: Practice the English pronunciation of rickety with real speech in context.
Available examples: 8 YouTube examples
Real speech example: Can Math Help Repair Democracy?a rickety democracy, here in the United States
Definition summary: Of an object: not strong or sturdy, as because of poor construction or upkeep; not safe or secure.

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Can Math Help Repair Democracy?

a rickety democracy, here in the United States

[Adjective]
Of an object: not strong or sturdy, as because of poor construction or upkeep; not safe or secure.
(of a person) Feeble in the joints; tottering.
(pathology) Affected with or suffering from rickets; rachitic.

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