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单词 abstention
释义 abstention

abstention /æbˈsten.ʃən/

noun [C or U] (NOT VOTING)
F0 the fact of not voting in favour of or against someone or something: » There were high levels of abstention (from voting) in the last elections.» There were ten votes in favour, six against, and three abstentions.Thesaurus+: ↑Elections
noun [U] FORMAL (NOT DOING)
F0 not doing something, such as drinking alcohol or having sex: » Abstention from alcohol is essential while you are taking this medication.Thesaurus+: ↑Abstaining and refraining
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