- present participle of refrain.
refraining
Example Sentences
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“The committee wants evidence that inflation is trending lower — i.e. lower core inflation — to feel comfortable refraining from a rate hike,” said Bill Adams, chief economist at Comerica Bank.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 18, 2026
The ECB stressed the importance of refraining from giving any guidance regarding its future interest rate path, declining to suggest whether the June decision was the first of several hikes or an isolated move.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 9, 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
“Just now!” said Harry, who was refraining from yelling with enormous difficulty.
From "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" by J.K. Rowling
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