absence
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Although Cannes director Thierry Fremaux made platforming American productions a priority when he took over 25 years ago, he was left having to explain their absence when he unveiled the line-up of films in April.
From Barron's • May 11, 2026
His absence is becoming a bigger problem for Tehran as it tries to negotiate an end to the war.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 10, 2026
It's good to have Romania back after their two-year absence.
From BBC • May 8, 2026
He rushed back from a Grade 2 left oblique strain in time to play in the Lakers’ first-round series but has struggled to find his rhythm after a month-long absence.
From Los Angeles Times • May 8, 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
Vocabulary lists containing absence
"To Kill a Mockingbird" by Harper Lee, Chapters 1–6
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