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voluntary

[vol-uhn-ter-ee] / ˈvɒl ənˌtɛr i /


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The Justice Department said it is attempting to enter into a voluntary agreement with UC Davis to bring the medical school into compliance.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

The offer is voluntary, but Frasers noted that it held a significant number of options on Hugo Boss shares that would put its stake above 30 percent and oblige it to make a buyout offer.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

The signed order directs federal agencies to strengthen defenses against advanced AI systems and creates a voluntary framework for labs to share frontier models with the government before public release.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

COP31 hosts Turkey urged countries Tuesday to join a voluntary push to make electricity account for 35 percent of global energy demand by 2035 as it outlined its priorities for the UN climate talks.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

Jess observed that it was the contrast between slaving under a tyrant and voluntary cooperation that arose from determination and good fellowship.

From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques




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