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Definition abstention in American English

abstention noun

noun
/əbˈstenʃ(ə)n/
1

a decision not to vote in an election or meeting

Example

We have three yes votes, one no, and one abstention.

Synonyms and related words
absentee ballot absentee vote absolute majority
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abnegation digital detox sacrifice
Definition abstention in American English