Other Word Forms
- nonabstainer noun
Etymology
Origin of abstainer
Example Sentences
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One notable abstainer is Apple, which has never participated -- preferring to show off new products at its own worldwide events, with the next one taking place on Wednesday.
From Barron's
People want to enjoy a zero-proof cocktail — whether always, or just on occasion — with their friends, without standing out as an abstainer.
From Salon
The new analysis shows, however, that those who drink moderately have no statistically significant advantage in longevity compared with those who are lifelong abstainers, the study’s authors said.
From New York Times
Those who drank regular coffee were less likely than abstainers to develop Type 2 diabetes.
From Seattle Times
Some abstainers, many with their own human rights problems, argued that the suspension vote set a bad precedent, and would make an already bad situation worse.
From Washington Post
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