How to use "temperance" in sentences with meaning in English and Hindi

Example sentences for "temperance" in popular movie and book plots

After the elopement, Gladys and John get a stern lecture on temperance and sobriety from Martin and reform their ways as well. - The Mad Whirl
Minister Tui agitates for dry law using extremely hypocritical methods (indications to the temperance movement). - Firewater (film)
Sullivan vows to turn his life around, speaking on behalf of temperance unions as Kathy sees a glimmer of hope for their future. - The Great John L.
Meanwhile, temperance activist Carrie Nation and her band of women arrive at Connors' saloon to tear it down with axes and hatchets. - The Bowery (film)
The local leader of the temperance league, George Beenstock, has two sons. - Walking Happy
Pike uses a serendipitous temperance union parade to shield their getaway, and many citizens are killed in the crossfire. - The Wild Bunch

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