The phrase "abstain from discussing" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when indicating a decision to refrain from talking about a particular topic or subject.
Example: "In order to maintain a professional environment, we must abstain from discussing personal matters during work hours."
Alternatives: "refrain from discussing" or "avoid discussing".
The controversy led the N.R.A. to abstain from discussing the proposed legislation, "neither repudiating its policy nor asking members to support it," Harris wrote.
When we abstain from discussing race with our kids, we may confuse them and implicitly send the message that it is bad or wrong to talk about racial differences.
Therefore, we generally abstain from discussing privileged information to preserve confidentiality".
Public officials are required by law to abstain from discussing or voting on decisions in which they could have a financial interest.
Therefore, we generally abstain from discussing privileged information to preserve confidentiality". In a limited survey, I couldn't find a congressional office that totally bans the use of recording devices, like Coffman's office does.
Potential participants who were engaged in any current legal proceedings related to their incidents of patient violence were excluded, as they were legally bound to abstain from discussing their alleged experiences.
He is chairman of the parish council but, because of a possible conflict of interest, abstains from discussing and voting on the scheme.
Have candid conversations with them about how the culture doesn't allow for abstaining from discussing and making changes, and explain to them why their courageous and candid voices matter.
"The parties will abstain from referring to or discussing divergent issues that can potentially hinder the progress of negotiations," the paper said.
In discussing birth control with their patients, pediatricians should encourage teens to abstain from sex if they are not emotionally ready for it, the panel wrote.
