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Astinence

Part of Speech: Noun, Verb

Senses:

  1. Refers to the act or practice of voluntarily refraining from indulging in something, especially pleasures or vices.
  2. Can also describe the period of time during which one abstains from certain activities.
  3. As a verb, it means to voluntarily refrain from or avoid certain actions or behaviors.

Examples:

  • The young man's astinence from alcohol helped him overcome his addiction.
  • During Lent, many people choose astinence from eating meat.
  • She practiced astinence for a month, avoiding social media and focusing on her studies.
  • It is important to teach teenagers about the benefits of astinence before making decisions about their sexual health.

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