What is another word for refrain from?
Pronunciation: [ɹɪfɹˈe͡ɪn fɹɒm] (IPA) 
The phrase "refrain from" is often used to indicate a conscious decision to avoid certain behaviors or actions. There are a number of synonyms for this phrase, including "abstain from," "forbear from," "hold back from," "restrain oneself from," and "desist from." Each of these options carries slightly different connotations, with "abstain from" often indicating a deliberate and formal decision to avoid something, while "forbear from" emphasizes restraint and self-control. "Hold back from" suggests a more active effort to resist temptation, while "restrain oneself from" emphasizes the need for self-discipline. "Desist from" is a more formal and somewhat old-fashioned term that carries a sense of cessation or stopping rather than simply avoiding.
