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How long does it usually take you to make delivery? 你们通常要多久才能交货？ Could you make prompt delivery? 可以即期交货吗？ Would you accept delivery spread over a period of time? 不知你们能不能接受在一段时间里分批

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May I have an idea of your prices? 可以了解一下你们的价格吗? Can you give me an indication of price? 你能给我一个估价吗? Please let us know your lowest possible prices for the relevant goods. 请告知你们有关商品的最低价

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