absence
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The New York-based private-equity group this month said that represented its best and final indicative offer in the absence of a superior rival bid.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 26, 2026
They argued that the attack left no fractures or broken skin and there was an absence of serious injuries.
From BBC ● Oct. 26, 2026
His latest absence comes amid growing public scrutiny of his frequent visits to South Africa.
From BBC ● Oct. 23, 2026
He declines, but his absence — and a shocking later revelation — informs so much of their journey, personalizing the sense of disrepair Thomas and Erika experience.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 23, 2026
They thought about going to Julio, but he was too overwhelmed with being sort of in charge during Etta’s absence.
From "Not Nothing" by Gayle Forman
The teens at French high schools, known as lycées, say that their studies are being ruined by high teacher absences, overlong school days and dilapidated facilities, as well as other grievances.
From Barron's ● Oct. 4, 2026
Sinner and Alcaraz swept the board between them at the majors in 2024 and 2025 - and Zverev has taken full advantage against the rest of the field in their absences.
From BBC ● Sep. 13, 2026
But as he approaches his 21st wedding anniversary, he says that periodic absences from home can have unexpected benefits.
From BBC ● Aug. 21, 2026
Raman countered that many of her absences were the result of her attendance on regional boards and oversight bodies.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 20, 2026
No absences, no tardinesses, and my academic work was among the best of the year.
From "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings" by Maya Angelou
Vocabulary lists containing absence
"To Kill a Mockingbird" by Harper Lee, Chapters 1–6
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