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re·frain·ing

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  1. Refraining

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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of refraining in Chaldean Numerology is: 6

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of refraining in Pythagorean Numerology is: 2

Examples of refraining in a Sentence

  1. Paul Spencer:

    But this is a rapidly-evolving situation and it remains an active investigation. Therefore, we are refraining at this time from discussing the evidence collected thus far or about the specifics of this case. We expect there are still several weeks of additional investigative work to do.

  2. Mitch McConnell:

    Some House Democrats imply they are withholding the [impeachment]articles for some kind of leverage, i admit, Im not sure what leverage there is in refraining from sending us something we do not want.Alas, if theycan figure that out, they can explain.

  3. First Liberty:

    Ask whether they are also going to be refraining from any of these medications and from all products whose development involved fetal cells at some point. Note response in memo. this guidance memo is one of the worst constitutional violations I’ve ever seen, and we’ve seen some doozies at First Liberty.

  4. Pooja Jhunjhunwala:

    We encourage all claimants to actively reduce tensions by refraining from unilateral actions that undermine regional stability, and taking steps to create space for meaningful diplomatic solutions to emerge.

  5. Olive Schreiner:

    My feeling is that there is nothing in life but refraining from hurting others, and comforting those who are sad.

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