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abstinence

/ˈæb.stɪ.nəns/

Meaning 1

The practice of refraining from something.

“Abstinence from sugar improved her health significantly.”
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Illustration of abstinence: The practice of refraining from something.

Meaning 2

refraining from sexual activity

“The couple agreed to strict abstinence on their first date.”
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Illustration of abstinence: refraining from sexual activity