abstain

Example Sentences

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The group has historically ruled that members cannot accept blood transfusions, as - according to the groups website - both the Old and New Testaments "command us to abstain from blood".

From BBC

Twenty six councillors voted for the motion and 27 against, while two councillors abstained from voting.

From BBC

Most voters our columnist spoke with are following the new rule to watch everything, or abstaining from certain categories.

From Los Angeles Times

A total of 135 MPs voted in favour, zero against and three abstained.

From BBC

If they support the motion or abstain, Reform would not have the numbers necessary to keep Finch in post.

From BBC