Synonyms for Abstaining

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Definition

The act of choosing not to do something, especially something enjoyable or unhealthy.

Synonyms & similar words

desist refrain abstain consume refrain avoid withhold restrain abstention self-denial self-restraint self-control forbearance temperance moderation sobriety teetotalism nonindulgence celibacy chastity continence self-abnegation self-sacrifice renunciation

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