abstention
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/əbˈstenʃn/
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/əbˈstenʃn/
Choosing not to vote or participate in a decision.
Many people chose abstention in the election because they didn't agree with any of the candidates.
許多人在選舉中選擇棄權,因為他們不同意任何候選人。
Choosing not to do something, especially something considered enjoyable or tempting.
For his health, he practiced abstention from sugary drinks.
為了健康,他戒掉了含糖飲料。