abstinence
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It concludes a 40-day period known as Lent, during which Christians focus on prayer, almsgiving, and practice traditions such as abstinence from eating meat on certain days.
From Barron's • Apr. 2, 2026
They are concerned that encouraging abstinence from particular foods could trigger binge eating and extreme dieting to compensate.
From Salon • Oct. 13, 2025
That’s not to suggest that abstinence alone has turned Team USA into champions.
From The Wall Street Journal • Sep. 11, 2025
"Because Friday was the day of the crucifixion, Fridays were always regarded as a day of penance and abstinence," he said.
From BBC • Dec. 14, 2024
He had not flown in the month he had been home and he felt this abstinence in his mouth and bones.
From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy
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