self-denial
nounThe practice of refusing oneself a pleasure or desire, often for a larger purpose.
Refusal of personal pleasure
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adjectiveBelittling one's own abilities or achievements, often humorously.
simulation
nounAn imitation of a situation or process; also a false display of a feeling or quality.
Imitation of a process
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sobriety
nounFreedom from intoxication; also seriousness or restraint.
Freedom from intoxication
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subdue
verbTo bring under control or reduce the force or intensity of something.
subside
verbTo become less intense or to sink to a lower level.
Become less intense
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supersede
verbTo take the place of something earlier.
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