refraining

Example Sentences

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The Bank of Japan earlier this week held its short-term policy rate steady, with BOJ Governor Kazuo Ueda refraining from providing a clear signal on the timing of the next rate move.

From MarketWatch • May 2, 2026

"The parties must take urgent measures to protect civilians, including by refraining from the military use of civilian objects."

From BBC • Feb. 24, 2026

A spokesperson for the CHP said that, out of respect for Cano’s family and the integrity of the review process, the agency was refraining from comment until it had “thoroughly examined” the medical examiner’s report.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 24, 2026

Some businesses are refraining from adding staff as they explore whether artificial intelligence could take on more tasks.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 11, 2026

Imagine the difference to the sense, he says, if you place the comma after the word “not”: “My Son, if sinners intise thee consent thou not, refraining thy foot from their way.”

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