Definition of Abstinence
the act of not taking part in something
Examples of Abstinence in a sentence
According to my religion, one should refrain from having sex and practice abstinence until marriage. 🔊
Abstinence from smoking is now mandatory on commercial airlines. 🔊
Because of strong family support, Frank has been able to maintain his abstinence from alcohol for over twelve years. 🔊
The goal of the church’s teen youth group is to promote abstinence from sex, drugs, and alcohol. 🔊
When Gail was asked if the nicotine patch helped preserve her abstinence from smoking, she stated the item was very helpful. 🔊
The nun’s commitment to the church requires she maintain an abstinence from all things that are not sacred. 🔊
Because I am a diabetic, I plan my menus with a focus on abstinence from sugar. 🔊
Abstinence from sex is the only sure way to prevent unwanted pregnancies. 🔊
On certain religious holidays, the people in my family eat only fish and maintain an abstinence from other meats. 🔊
After two weeks of abstinence from unhealthy foods, Sophia started to feel fitter. 🔊
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