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voluntary

[vol-uhn-ter-ee] / ˈvɒl ənˌtɛr i /


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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

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

The bank said it expects around 6,800 voluntary employee exits, including 5,000 from its current operations, and to hire 6,800 young employees.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

As lawmakers in the United States and Europe weigh tougher regulations on screen time, age verification and in-game spending, Pierre-Louis argued the US gaming industry's track record of voluntary self-regulation sets it apart.

From Barron's • Jun. 7, 2026

It was even possible, at moments, to switch one’s hatred this way or that by a voluntary act.

From "1984" by George Orwell




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