Words similar to abstinence

Example sentences for: abstinence

How can you use “abstinence” in a sentence? Here are some example sentences to help you improve your vocabulary:

(Never mind that two of his other big ideas, sexual and material abstinence, went nowhere.)
When Russert reads a Naomi Wolf quote advocating that sex education instructors promote fondling and mutual masturbation as an alternative to sex, Bush says Wolf's advice is "pathetic," says condom promotion hasn't decreased teen pregnancy rates, and advocates teaching abstinence.
1994: Abstinence TV Spots Boost Teen Celibacy to a Record 0.0002 percent
Norplant counselors could also stress the benefits of abstinence, while presenting the contraceptive as a backup safeguard.
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