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involuntary

[in-vol-uhn-ter-ee] / ɪnˈvɒl ənˌtɛr i /


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While Tourette syndrome has many complex symptoms, “I Swear” focuses largely on coprolalia, a symptom affecting approximately 10% of individuals with Tourette’s and manifests in the involuntary use of obscene language.

From Salon • Apr. 26, 2026

It triggers involuntary muscle contractions around the neck that make the head shake.

From Slate • Apr. 18, 2026

It’s the show’s trademark exclamation, the involuntary squawk of the lucky person who’s just gotten something for nothing.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

As she attempted to lift weights in the gym, involuntary tremors would set her limbs shaking.

From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026

He stared, maybe wondering why my lips were curving into an involuntary smile.

From "Twilight" by Stephenie Meyer




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