absence
Example Sentences
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The team’s biggest mistake last year was not planning for Puig’s absence.
From Los Angeles Times
Her absence at the hearing prompted an immigration judge to order her to be deported.
From Los Angeles Times
The party's absence was criticised by the other parties, whilst their influence on topics such as immigration was acknowledged.
From BBC
Leaked minutes from the safety group, first reported by the Sunday Times and seen by BBC News, also reveal that the police said it would favour a ban despite an "absence of intelligence".
From BBC
The prospects for Cuba in his absence are bleak.
From BBC
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.