missing

Example Sentences

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Clues are emerging in the mystery of the missing three million barrels—the oil that China would normally be importing but isn’t now.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

Instead of displaying Mexican soccer team players’ faces, the group’s cards feature the faces of missing relatives atop the Mexican national team’s uniforms.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

For fans watching around the world, delays could significantly impact their viewing experience - with an hour or two potentially the difference in watching or missing a match.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

People betting on sports tend to invest less, which means potentially missing out on big gains over time due to compound growth.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026

He was sure that his grandfather clock with the missing hands would have something to say on the topic.

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