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refrain from

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refrain from something
to hold back from doing something; to choose not to do something as planned. I wish you would refrain from shouting. Please refrain from hollering.


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The United States opposes Israel's decision to expand a Jewish settlement in annexed Arab east Jerusalem and urges both sides to refrain from unilateral moves, the State Department said Tuesday.
Moeen Masood on Thursday underlined masses should always fasten seat belt and refrain from the use of mobile phone during driving, adding that the pedestrian have first right to cross the road and driver should give their right.
Moeen Masood on Thursday underlined masses should always fasten seat belt and refrain from the use of mobile phone during driving, adding that the pedestrian have first right to cross the road and driver should give their right.
 
 
 
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