Example Sentences

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More young adults are abstaining from alcohol compared to college-age Americans 20 years ago, Science Daily reports.

From Salon • Dec. 16, 2023

Now it is time to forget those who are abstaining and to focus on the folks going without fear or complaint.

From New York Times • Jul. 31, 2016

There are a great many people who are abstaining too much from exercise and need to abstain from rest.

From Religion And Health by Walsh, James J. (James Joseph)