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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

abstention

/æbˈstɛnʃən/ noun · British & US
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What does abstention mean?

noun

The act of abstaining or the state of abstaining from voting, participation, or action. A deliberate choice to refrain from taking part in something.

Example

"The abstention of several key politicians led to a lack of quorum in the council meeting."

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