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voluntary

[vol-uhn-ter-ee] / ˈvɒl ənˌtɛr i /


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The text called for voluntary industry controls on AI.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

Two 24-hour Tube strikes are due to go ahead on Tuesday and Thursday after an agreement could not be reached over the voluntary introduction of a four-day week with condensed hours.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

Many affected have been redeployed or agreed to voluntary redundancy.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

For one, the former attorney general will not be under oath in a sworn deposition but will provide a transcribed interview, which is voluntary.

From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026

There aren’t many people my age who will join me in voluntary silence.

From "Boy21" by Matthew Quick




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