refrained

[US]/rɪˈfreɪnd/
[UK]/rɪˈfreɪnd/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

v.to hold back or restrain oneself from doing something

Phrases & Collocations

refrained from

refrained himself

refrained completely

refrained cautiously

refrained politely

refrained quietly

refrained willingly

refrained briefly

refrained entirely

refrained momentarily

Example Sentences

she refrained from commenting on the sensitive issue.

he refrained from eating dessert to maintain his diet.

the teacher refrained from giving extra homework.

they refrained from discussing politics during dinner.

she refrained from expressing her true feelings.

he refrained from making any hasty decisions.

we refrained from using our phones during the meeting.

she refrained from interrupting the speaker.

he refrained from sharing personal information.

the athlete refrained from celebrating too early.

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