optional

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La Mirada Heights is marketed as an independent senior living community designed for older adults who can live on their own while receiving optional support services, according to the facility’s website.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 23, 2026

In plans where this is in force, 6.3% took withdrawals, in contrast to 4.9% in plans where the retirement plan is optional.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 12, 2026

Under this system, students can attend optional learning modules before the official start of regular classes in the morning, during midday breaks, or later in the afternoon.

From Science Daily • Mar. 11, 2026

"Legal rights are not optional extras and any new system must ensure that support is statutory, enforceable and backed by a clear right of appeal," she added.

From BBC • Mar. 9, 2026

As I stood at the end of the vault runway, waiting for the signal to perform my optional vault, I felt jittery with anticipation.

From "Courage to Soar" by Simone Biles