abstained

verb
  1. 1

    Keep or withhold oneself.

  2. 2

    Refrain from (something or doing something); keep from doing, especially an indulgence.

    “In order to improve his health, Rob decided to abstain from smoking.”

  3. 3

    Fast (not eat for a period).

  4. 4

    Deliberately refrain from casting one's vote at a meeting where one is present.

    “I abstain from this vote, as I have no particular preference.”

  5. 5

    Hinder; keep back; withhold.

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