absence

Example Sentences

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Whatever other crimes he committed, argued his counsel, Brown could not be convicted of treason in the absence of allegiance.

From Slate • Apr. 2, 2026

Assuming England gets five spots, four wins and a draw from their final seven games will be enough to take United back into Europe's elite club competition after a two-season absence.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

Each of them played their part to help the Lakers win for the 12th time in 13 games and limit the effect of Doncic’s absence.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2026

She was shameless in the way she treated your grandmother in public and, in the absence of any intervention, she felt free to change her mother’s will.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 30, 2026

The hut felt oddly empty in their sudden absence.

From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray