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voluntarily

Description:

Voluntarily is an adverb that describes an action or decision made willingly, without being forced or obligated to do so. It indicates a choice made by personal preference or free will.

Senses/Usages:

Sense 1:

When used to describe an action, voluntarily signifies that the action is done willingly or without external influence.

Example Sentence: She voluntarily offered to help her neighbor with his yard work.

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Sense 2:

When used to describe a decision or choice, voluntarily indicates that the decision or choice was made willingly and without coercion.

Example Sentence: The suspect voluntarily surrendered himself to the police after realizing his mistake.

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Sense 3:

In a legal context, voluntarily refers to an action or confession made without any form of compulsion or inducement.

Example Sentence: The witness testified that he provided the information voluntarily, without any pressure from the prosecution.

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