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to deliberately avoid doing something that is enjoyable but that may not be healthy, safe, or morally right
A high percentage of women said they had abstained from alcohol during pregnancy.
to not do something that is likely to cause serious problems
They agreed to abstain from any actions that might endanger the peace process.
to deliberately not vote in an election or at a meeting
