refrain from
Example Sentences
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At a White House summit in August, Armenia and Azerbaijan agreed to renounce claims to each other's territory and refrain from using force.
From Barron's • May 26, 2026
The Securities and Exchange Commission on Monday rescinded its long-held “gag rule” that required defendants to refrain from proclaiming their innocence if they wished to settle cases.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026
Sussex police and crime commissioner has asked the public to "refrain from speculation".
From BBC • May 13, 2026
Amanda B. Elbogen asked that the judge order Wang to refrain from any communication with the Chinese government, including consular officials in the U.S.
From Los Angeles Times • May 11, 2026
I refrain from asking where she was last night.
From "I Am the Messenger" by Markus Zusak
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