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Continence
01
the act of restraining yourself from sexual intercourse
Examples
The monk took a vow of continence as part of his spiritual discipline.
Continence was valued highly in the community's moral code.
02
the ability to consciously control the release of urine or feces
Examples
After the surgery, the patient temporarily lost continence.
Good pelvic floor exercises can help maintain continence.
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