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Astinence
Part of Speech: Noun, Verb
Senses:
- Refers to the act or practice of voluntarily refraining from indulging in something, especially pleasures or vices.
- Can also describe the period of time during which one abstains from certain activities.
- 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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