We've found 8 phrases for refrain (0.131 seconds):

cut it out »    To stop; refrain from; halt.

discretion is the better part of valour »    It is often wise to refrain from seemingly brave speech or action.1597

in for an inch, in for a mile »    Given that one is partly involved in or committed to a project, action, position, etc., there is no reason to refrain from becoming fully involved or fully committed.

keep from »    To prevent or restrain ; refrain or cause refrain.

keep one's mouth shut »    To keep a secret; to refrain from speaking indiscreetly or carelessly.

keep out »    To refrain from entering a place or condition.

keep quiet »    To refrain from talking about something; to keep a secret.

pipe down »    To be quiet; to refrain from being noisy.

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