virginity pledge
Abstinence until marriage
A virginity pledge is a formal commitment, usually made by teenagers, to abstain from sexual intercourse until marriage.
Often associated with religious youth programs and purity culture, these pledges may involve ceremonies, rings, or signed cards: She took a virginity pledge at her church's youth retreat.
Studies on their effectiveness show mixed results.
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- temptationUrge toward the unwise
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