abstain
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Britannica Dictionary definition of ABSTAIN
[no object]
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to choose not to do or have something
— usually + from
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He abstained from taking part in the discussion.
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I need to abstain from eating [=I need to not eat] for at least 12 hours before my blood test.
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abstain from (drinking) alcohol
2
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to choose not to vote
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Ten members voted for the proposal, six members voted against it, and two abstained.
