compulsory
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The Compulsory Measures Court in Wallis canton said in a statement it had duly "lifted the detention in custody" at a hearing on Friday.
From Barron's • Jan. 23, 2026
But he added: "Compulsory purchase shouldn't be used to enable the development of valued countryside and local green spaces."
From BBC • Mar. 11, 2025
Compulsory voting is not unknown in this country.
From Salon • Dec. 31, 2024
Compulsory guards are already in place in the likes of Finland and Sweden, while Germany's top flight, the Deutsche Eishockey Liga, is also reportedly considering their introduction external-linkfor the new season.
From BBC • Oct. 30, 2023
Compulsory service with the colours is in Germany no longer universal, as there are twice as many able-bodied men presented by the recruiting commissions as the active army can absorb.
From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 10, Slice 7 "Fox, George" to "France" by Various
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