temperance
/ˈtɛmpərəns/
noun
- The practice of controlling your desires, especially the desire to eat or drink too much; moderation.
- She practiced temperance by eating only one piece of cake at the party.
- The monk's life was one of simplicity and temperance.
- Learning temperance helped him avoid unhealthy habits.
- The decision to not drink alcohol at all; total abstinence from alcoholic drinks.
- In the 19th century, the temperance movement pushed for laws against selling liquor.
- Her family's tradition of temperance meant no wine was served at dinner.
- He joined a temperance society that promoted a life without alcohol.
- A moderate or mild quality, especially in weather or climate.
- The temperance of the spring weather made the hike enjoyable.
- They moved to the coast for the temperance of the ocean breezes.
- The region is known for the temperance of its temperatures year-round.
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