refraining
Example Sentences
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Experts expect details of future potential interest-rate hikes to be kept to a minimum, owing to Warsh’s preference for refraining from issuing guidance.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 8, 2026
"The parties must take urgent measures to protect civilians, including by refraining from the military use of civilian objects."
From BBC ● Feb. 24, 2026
A spokesperson for the CHP said that, out of respect for Cano’s family and the integrity of the review process, the agency was refraining from comment until it had “thoroughly examined” the medical examiner’s report.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 24, 2026
But not all of “Warhead” is so grim: The author, while refraining from full-on prescription, does offer hopeful suggestions.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Dec. 10, 2025
Schiem showed his true gentlemanly nature by refraining from any crude comments as he lay a thick slice of steaming meat atop her piece of bread.
From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss
