refraining (Meaning)

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refraining (p. pr. & vb/ n.)

of Refrain

Refraining from sugary drinks helped Emily improve her overall health.
Despite feeling tempted, Mark refrained from spending his entire paycheck.
Mary refrained from speaking out of turn, even though she had a different opinion.
The doctor recommended refraining from strenuous activity after the surgery.
The animal trainer emphasized the importance of refraining from making sudden movements around wild animals.
Sarah refrained from gossiping about her coworkers, maintaining a professional demeanor.
Refraining from using harsh language allowed the conversation to remain productive.
The students refrained from using their phones during class, focusing on their studies.
Refraining from impulsive decisions saved John from making costly mistakes.
The new parents refrained from waking the baby, allowing it to rest peacefully.

of Refrain

avoid,keep (from), withhold (from), abstain (from), deny, forbear,forgo, forego, refuse, combat

succumb (to), give in (to), bow (to),submit (to), succumb (to), give in (to), yield (to), bow (to), yield (to), surrender (to)

Refraining from sugary drinks helped Emily improve her overall health.

Despite feeling tempted, Mark refrained from spending his entire paycheck.

Mary refrained from speaking out of turn, even though she had a different opinion.

The doctor recommended refraining from strenuous activity after the surgery.