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involuntary

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


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The largest negative contributor to the ETI in July came from the share of involuntary part-time workers.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 10, 2026

And she reasoned, very simply, that the way her children were being held was involuntary servitude and that under this new law, they should be freed.

From Slate Jul. 27, 2026

Jump in and your first reaction is the cold shock response, an involuntary gulp of up to a cubic foot of air.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 6, 2026

Earl Decastro, 47, was charged with involuntary manslaughter, unlawfully causing fire with great bodily injury and the illegal possession of more than 100 pounds of dangerous fireworks, according to the Orange County district attorney’s office.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 2, 2026

But responding to Reynie’s involuntary answer, the Whisperer said, Don't worry, you are not alone.

From "The Mysterious Benedict Society" by Trenton Lee Stewart




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