missing

Example Sentences

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However, an important piece of the puzzle was still missing.

From Science Daily • Jun. 1, 2026

Irvine Northwood 11, Grace Brethren 1: Freshman Olivia Chen threw a two-hitter for Northwood, which went from missing the playoffs last season to Division 5 champions.

From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026

It’s a last-minute excursion when I’m craving something specific and missing several key ingredients.

From Salon • May 30, 2026

Since the start of last season they have won eight of the 10 trophies available to them - only missing out on last summer's Club World Cup and this campaign's French Cup.

From BBC • May 30, 2026

Hibernation would mean missing out on winter altogether and not having the opportunity to partake of all the things he loved about it.

From "The Very, Very Far North" by Dan Bar-el