absence
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A player can be suspended even in the absence of criminal charges and previous related conduct can figure into any discipline.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 14, 2026
"In the absence of definitive conclusions, the novel will therefore remain available in bookstores," the statement said.
From Barron's ● Oct. 14, 2026
With an unchanged hold rating, Harris tells clients in a note the stock is more than fairly valued in the absence of any outlook upgrade.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 14, 2026
In the seven-game run that swept United back into Europe's elite club competition after a two-year absence, the 31-year-old was a central figure in nine out of 12 goals.
From BBC ● Oct. 13, 2026
He noted the use of her maiden name when she was admitted to the hospital, and the absence of any rings on her fingers.
From "I Can Make This Promise" by Christine Day
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Since late September, pupils have barred the entrances to their schools, complaining of teacher absences, overloaded timetables, dilapidated classrooms and buildings ill-adapted to rising temperatures, among other grievances.
From Barron's ● Oct. 5, 2026
The lawsuit claims Amazon’s actions violate the federal Pregnant Workers Fairness Act, which entitles pregnant employees to reasonable accommodations and pregnancy-related absences.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 8, 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
She lived in the country and couldn’t get to church every Sunday, so she made up for her absences by shouting so hard when she did make it that she shook the whole church.
From "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings" by Maya Angelou
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"To Kill a Mockingbird" by Harper Lee, Chapters 1–6
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