Desist and Restrain

Desist

Desist verb - Choose not to consume.

Restrain and desist are semantically related in abstain topic. In some cases you can use "Restrain" instead a verb "Desist".

Nearby Words: desisted, desisting

Restrain

Restrain verb - To keep from exceeding a desirable degree or level (as of expression).

Desist and restrain are semantically related in abstain topic. Sometimes you can use "Desist" instead a verb "Restrain".

Nearby Words: restraint, restricted, restraining
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