absence

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The researchers also examined how the absence of CSE affects the brain at a cellular level.

From Science Daily • Apr. 8, 2026

A prolonged absence or departure from the program would have disrupted viewer habits at a time when traditional TV is struggling to hold onto audiences who have a wide array of media choices.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2026

“This is an extreme outcome” in the absence of a recession or interest-rate hikes by the Federal Reserve, said Wilson.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 6, 2026

Andrew Castellano had tough news for his parents over the winter break: He was taking a leave of absence from Harvard University halfway through his sophomore year to work full-time on his AI startup.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026

His absence from the Constitutional Convention was regretted by all—along with Madison he was regarded as America’s most sophisticated student of government.

From "Founding Brothers: The Revolutionary Generation" by Joseph J. Ellis