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Obstained

Part of Speech: Verb

Sense 1: To refrain from doing or using something

Description: Obstain means to deliberately avoid or resist doing or using something, often for personal or moral reasons.

Example Sentences:

1. She obstained from eating sweets to maintain a healthy diet.
2. He obstains from participating in gossip to maintain a positive workplace environment.
3. We obstained from buying expensive clothes to save money.

Sense 2: To prevent or refuse access to something

Description: Obstain can also mean to prevent or refuse access to something, typically through official authority or regulations.

Example Sentences:

1. The school obstained access to the computer lab during weekends.
2. The company obstains entry to unauthorized personnel.
3. They obstained public access to the restricted area.

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sense: Popular among a certain locality or region

Description: When used as an adjective, obstained refers to something that is popular or well-known among a specific locality or region.

Example Sentences:

1. This obstained recipe has been passed down through generations in this community.
2. The band became obstained for their unique sound within the local music scene.
3. This obstained brand of coffee is only available in this region.

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