RECALL BEFORE REVEAL

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To hold oneself back from doing something.

verb

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refrain

The audience was asked to refrain from interrupting the performance.
Dictionary practice example.
The teammate decided to refrain from sending an angry message while the group was still checking which inventory entries needed correction.
From Speaking About Responsibilities.
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