missing

Example Sentences

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“All they’re missing are the manger and the three wise men,” the preacher quipped.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 11, 2026

"The fact that nobody had noticed he was missing for two weeks. It was shocking, we couldn't believe it was happening."

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

Dr. Wang explained that the team's detailed molecular analysis finally uncovered the missing piece.

From Science Daily • Apr. 10, 2026

She said district communication had been sparse so far — “no call, no text, no email” — and fretted about missing work at Sweetgreen, the fast-casual chain restaurant where she makes salads.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026

I understand, in this moment, that he tricked Gran and me into missing one of my most important moments.

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam