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How to pronounce khrushchev

IPA transcription: [k'ɹus,tʃɛv]

Pronunciation variants: [k'ɹus,tʃɛv][k'ɹus,tʃɔf]

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Noun

  • Soviet statesman and premier who denounced Stalin (1894-1971)

Usage examples

  • In the post-Beria period, Khrushchev rapidly began to emerge as the key figure.
  • At the time, Khrushchev stated that "our potential enemies cringe in fright".
  • During a period of collective leadership, Khrushchev gradually rose to power.
  • During the Khrushchev Thaw, Becher fell out of favor.
  • This was rejected by Khrushchev.
  • Khrushchev held power for another two years.
  • In the post-Beria period, Khrushchev rapidly began to emerge as the key figure.