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intemperance

noun

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A lack of moderation or self-restraint.

The essay criticized intemperance in public debate.
Dictionary practice example.
Noor contrasted that choice with her earlier intemperance in watching one episode after another despite repeatedly deciding to stop.
From Choosing a Measure of Restraint.
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