absence
Example Sentences
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A new Chrysler LeBaron brought convertibles back to America after a years-long absence.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026
It’s the classic mindset of the conspiracy theorist: The absence of proof of the conspiracy is simply proof of how deep the conspiracy goes!
From MarketWatch • Apr. 3, 2026
He also cited a "family health matter" when announcing his initial absence on 1 February.
From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026
That absence may prove even more important than higher-for-longer crude prices.
From Barron's • Apr. 2, 2026
He yammered about the evidence that dragons had no magic, and Anya listened, her pain about Papa’s absence draining away as the afternoon wore on.
From Anya and the Dragon by Sofiya Pasternack
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
