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Laurie P. asked this question about Lessons in Chemistry:
Did anyone listening to the audiobook notice some mispronunciations? I heard maybe 10, and I just can’t believe I’ve been saying/hearing so many words incorrectly my whole life. It’s really bugging me (and I’m not counting the pronunciation of “been” as “bean,” which I’m considering an annoying affectation rather than a mispronunciation).
Eli Yes! Big one for me is “HOE-vering”. Did not realize she was British.

In the audiobook I’m listening to on Libby, every mention of Jack LaLanne has bee…moreYes! Big one for me is “HOE-vering”. Did not realize she was British.

In the audiobook I’m listening to on Libby, every mention of Jack LaLanne has been cut and spliced to replace the incorrect pronunciation. (less)
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