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I am fasting today vs I am having fast today

'I am fasting today' is a proper English phrase, but 'I am having fast today' is not. 'Fasting' is the correct term to describe abstaining from food or certain activities for a period of time. 'Having fast' is not a commonly used expression in English.
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I am fasting today

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to indicate abstaining from food or certain activities for a period of time.

This phrase is used to express that someone is refraining from eating or doing certain things for a specific period, often for religious, health, or personal reasons.

Examples:

  • I am fasting today for religious reasons.
  • She is fasting today as part of her detox program.
  • He is fasting today to cleanse his body.
  • They are fasting today as a form of spiritual practice.
  • We are fasting today to show solidarity with those in need.
  • Mar 24, 2021 ... 75 likes, 1 comments - lincolnforcouncil on March 24, 2021: "I am fasting today to demand justice for excluded workers.
  • Amazon.com: I Am Fasting Today Fasting Travel Mug : Home & Kitchen.
  • Oct 21, 2021 ... I am fasting today, as some of you are, too. Fasting or not, all of us are standing with the five resolute young people in the Sunrise ...
  • I Am Fasting Today Fasting Shot Glass ; Quantity:1 ; Dimensions · 2.4″ x 2.4″ x 2.0″ (h x w x d) / 6.2″ (circ.) ; Color · White outside with black inside ...
  • Jul 15, 2014 ... I am fasting today and I am dedicating my fast to peace, compassion and kindness in that beloved corner of our world where so many people are suffering.
  • Oct 9, 2024 ... i am fasting today and then two tap water enemas till clear morning of scope tommorrow 10/10. my anxiety is around the enemas to make sure I ...
  • Aug 29, 2020 ... I am fasting today. It's not Ramadan; that was in April/May. It's an optional fast that I started observing only in recent years.
  • Feb 15, 2024 ... I am fasting today, reflecting on the gravity of loss and the solemn duties we bear in honoring those who have passed. Yet, tonight, I shall ...
  • Apr 8, 2020 ... I am fasting today. 5 年. Fashionister Tumininu. Am fasting dad And dere is nothing to break wit oooo. 5 年. Pablo Richie. Am fasting sir ...
  • Mar 12, 2018 ... “To fast or not to fast?” is my constant question. I have often announced to my wife, “I am fasting today.” Once she responded with a little ...

I am having fast today

This phrase is incorrect in English. 'Having fast' is not a commonly used expression to convey the idea of fasting.

  • Dec 1, 2015 ... I was thinking to call a doctor.. But I stop myself and answer him that, "I am having fast today"... And I went into kicthen to prepare a ...
  • Oct 8, 2019 ... Answer: Dear Diary Entry. Today was the first Navratra and I was very excited because I am having fast today And i Have to play dandiya at ...

Alternatives:

  • I am fasting today
  • I am observing a fast today
  • I am abstaining from food today
  • I am refraining from eating today
  • I am not eating today

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