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to refrain
01
abstenerse
to resist or hold back from doing or saying something
Transitive: to refrain from sth
Example
Despite the urge to argue, she will refrain from responding to the critical comments.
A pesar del impulso de discutir, ella se abstendrá de responder a los comentarios críticos.
Knowing the importance of timing, he refrained from interrupting the speaker during the presentation.
Sabiendo la importancia del tiempo, se abstuvo de interrumpir al orador durante la presentación.
Refrain
01
estribillo, cantinela
a repeated line or phrase in a poem or song, typically at the end of each stanza or verse
What is a "refrain"?
A refrain is a repeated line or group of lines in a poem or song, typically occurring at the end of stanzas. This repetition adds emphasis and can create a sense of rhythm and unity throughout the work. Refrains often enhance the emotional impact of the piece, reinforcing key themes or ideas. They can serve as a memorable focal point for the reader or listener, making the overall message more resonant. Common in various poetic forms and musical genres, refrains contribute to the structure and flow of the composition, adding to its lyrical quality.
Example
The song 's catchy refrain stayed in my head all day.
El estribillo pegajoso de la canción se quedó en mi cabeza todo el día.
Every stanza of the poem ended with the same haunting refrain.
Cada estrofa del poema terminaba con el mismo estribillo.
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