Definition of Refrain
Refrain
re·frain
Definition/Meaning
(verb)
To stop oneself from doing something, especially something impulsive or unwise.
e.g. She had to refrain from commenting on the sensitive topic during the meeting.
(verb)
to keep oneself from doing, feeling, or indulging especially following an impulse;
e.g. He wished to refrain from smoking, but had the urge every time he drank a cup of coffee.
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