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Recent Examples of refrainKeep away from windows and refrain from seeking shelter in large open rooms like cafeterias, gymnasiums, or auditoriums.—Star-Telegram Weather Bot, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 June 2025 Here’s your guide from the NWS to staying safe during downpours:
Beware of rapid water flow:
In heavy rain, refrain from parking or walking near culverts or drainage ditches, where swift-moving water can pose a grave danger.—Bay Area Weather Report, Mercury News, 6 June 2025 Stay informed and follow these tips from the NWS to ensure safety during heavy rainfall:
Beware of swollen waterways:
In heavy rain, refrain from parking or walking near culverts or drainage ditches, where swift-moving water can pose a grave danger.—Bay Area Weather Report, Mercury News, 3 June 2025 Of course, there are complaints and slip-ups: one of Dong’s inflight Shake Shack burgers was slightly overcooked, and among the excellent customer feedback Delta receives about the new burger, a common refrain is, but where are the fries?—Maya Kachroo-Levine, Travel + Leisure, 2 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for refrain
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chorus
Noun
Parton joins in on the chorus of the power ballad, and takes the lead on the second verse.
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Ashley Iasimone,
Billboard,
20 June 2025
Rebirth in this thrillingly massive symphony for a massive orchestra and chorus, along with soprano and mezzo-soprano soloists, was writ exceedingly large, transparent and loud.
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