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REFRAINS

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Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Refrains.

Refrains - as a noun

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

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Refrains - 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 refrains from eating junk food to stay healthy."
      "The singer always refrains from using profanity in her songs."
      "After the argument, she refrains from speaking to her friend."
      "The politician refrains from giving a direct answer to the question."
      "The teacher refrains from punishing the students for their mistakes."
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      Word Game Points

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

      REFRAINS has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.

      Is REFRAINS a valid Words With Friends word?
      Yes, refrains is valid for Words With Friends
      Valid Word
      REFRAINS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.

      Is REFRAINS a valid WordFeud word?
      Yes, refrains is valid for WordFeud
      Valid Word
      REFRAINS has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.

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