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Vol. 1:2 (1980) ► pp.274–278

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Paroo Nihalani, R. K. Tongue & Priya Hosali. Indian and British English: A Handbook of Usage and Pronunciation. New Delhi: Oxford University Press, 1979. viii + 260 pp. Rs 40 ($ 5.00)

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Published online: 1 January 1980
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