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REFRAINING

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Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Refraining.

Refraining - as a noun

The part of a song where a soloist is joined by a group of singers

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Refraining - as a verb

Resist doing something

Example: "He refrained from hitting him back"

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    Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)

    Choose not to consume

    Example: "I abstain from alcohol"

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      Example Sentences

      "He is refraining from drinking alcohol because he is on medication."
      "I am refraining from eating sweets to improve my health."
      "She is refraining from making any comments until she has more information."
      "He tried refraining from smoking, but found it difficult to quit."
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      Word Game Points

      Is REFRAINING a valid Scrabble word?
      Yes, refraining is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
      US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

      REFRAINING has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.

      Is REFRAINING a valid Words With Friends word?
      Yes, refraining is valid for Words With Friends
      Valid Word
      REFRAINING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.

      Is REFRAINING a valid WordFeud word?
      Yes, refraining is valid for WordFeud
      Valid Word
      REFRAINING has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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