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absence

[ab-suhns] / ˈæb səns /




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Behar confirmed she has already pre-taped several installments of “The Weekend View,” ahead of her absence.

From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026

TD Cowen’s Mario Mendonca is positive on the numbers, coming away feeling what he says is slightly better about near-term earnings momentum but noting an absence of balance sheet growth remains an issue.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026

Judges have granted him leave of absence at every hearing so far.

From Barron's • May 27, 2026

All have similar stories - describing a lack of compassion among staff and an absence of any meaningful treatment or therapy.

From BBC • May 26, 2026

He had returned to a late dinner, after some days’ absence, and now walked up to Hartfield to say that all were well in Brunswick Square.

From "Emma" by Jane Austen




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