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The phrase "refrain from commenting" is correct and usable in written English
This phrase is usually used to encourage someone to not make a comment or opinion on something. For example, "I know you're very opinionated on the subject, but please refrain from commenting and let others have their say."
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The administration did not refrain from commenting.
The Bagger will refrain from commenting on this until he does.
"The mediator has asked both sides to refrain from commenting," said Mike Bass, an N.B.A. spokesman.
"We refrain from commenting on the particulars of an open investigation," Mr. Singer said.
Papadopoulos' lawyers have released a statement to say they will refrain from commenting on his cases.
Johnson, who is an MP but not a minister, did not refrain from commenting on Heathrow.
Enjoy (but please refrain from commenting on) the pristine hillsides of the San Geronimo Valley.
"To begin with they even refrain from commenting on the dishes Babette serves," Fischler observes.
"We refrain from commenting on this matter until an independent investigation is concluded," he said.
Dr. Petit has noted publicly that the court order does not direct him to refrain from commenting on the case.
In a statement, Papadopoulos's attorneys Thomas Breen and Robert Stanley said they would refrain from commenting on the case.
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Since I tried Ludwig back in 2017, I have been constantly using it in both editing and translation. Ever since, I suggest it to my translators at ProSciEditing.

Justyna Jupowicz-Kozak
CEO of Professional Science Editing for Scientists @ prosciediting.com