absence
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Naturally, in the Spider’s absence, things have gone to pot in Gotham.
From Los Angeles Times • May 25, 2026
That means the absence is not only felt physically, missing birthdays, school recitals, and holidays like Father's Day, but also emotionally.
From BBC • May 23, 2026
"In contrast, the limited absorption and slower uptake of Rybelsus probably explain the absence of a detectable signal," the researchers wrote.
From Science Daily • May 23, 2026
Mr. Naismith deals with the evidence thoroughly, but in the absence of a narrative source, we are left with little idea of Offa as a person.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026
They agreed that Blaine should meet the president again in the morning in order to review final details that might need attention during Garfield's absence.
From "Ambushed!" by Gail Jarrow
Vocabulary lists containing absence
"To Kill a Mockingbird" by Harper Lee, Chapters 1–6
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