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Which word fits this meaning? A deliberate choice not to take part in an action, especially a decision not to cast a vote.
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Reveal word and examples abstention The chair recorded one abstention because a member had a personal interest in the proposal. Dictionary practice example. An abstention appeared on the class tally when one student deliberately declined to vote because neither proposed notice period seemed suitable. From Choices in Public Life . Full dictionary entry How did you do before revealing the answer?
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