abstained

[US]/əbˈsteɪnd /
[UK]/ əbˈsteɪnd /
Frequency: Very High

Translation

vto refrain from voting or participating in a decision; to hold oneself back from something; to resist temptation

Example Sentences

the candidate abstained from making any promises.

he abstained from voting on the controversial bill.

the judge abstained from giving an opinion on the case.

she abstained from eating the spicy food.

the committee abstained from taking a position on the issue.

he abstained from participating in the debate.

the senator abstained from voting on the amendment.

they abstained from answering the question directly.

he abstained from making any further comments.

the jury abstained from reaching a verdict.

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