Intention to Fast for Certain Hours

Question
Is it permissible to fast for less than a day, such as when a person does not wish to eat a specific person's food, and says I am fasting, intending to fast for certain hours less than a day?
Answer
I say, and with God's help: Fasting is not considered valid unless it is at least a full day, and God knows best.
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