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voluntarily

[vol-uhn-tair-uh-lee, vol-uhn-ter-] / ˌvɒl ənˈtɛər ə li, ˈvɒl ənˌtɛr- /


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Meanwhile two Britons are voluntarily self-isolating at home in the UK, having disembarked the vessel at St Helena on 24 April before the first case of hantavirus was confirmed.

From BBC • May 10, 2026

Professionals can voluntarily become certified daily money managers through the AADMM, which requires 1,500 hours of experience, passing an exam and a background check.

From MarketWatch • May 8, 2026

If the crisis drags on, the EU is considering coordinated action by member states to release emergency stocks and voluntarily share jet fuel themselves.

From Barron's • May 7, 2026

“It seems inconceivable to me that we would voluntarily relinquish the leadership that has propelled our country, fueled the economy, made us healthier, and made us safer,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026

No real war could draw Leper voluntarily away from his snails and beaver dams.

From "A Separate Peace" by John Knowles




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