absence
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Dutch colonial records refer to Anthony as a Turk or “Mauhammetan,” despite the absence of any Muslim religiosity on his part.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026
The journalist involved explained that he had previously asked City, but in the absence of an answer, felt he had little choice but to question the manager.
From BBC • May 19, 2026
Former school board member Yolie Flores, who represented areas north, northeast and southeast of downtown, is concerned about Carvalho’s prolonged absence and the high-level departures.
From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026
“In the absence of a deal to re-open the Strait within the next couple of weeks, we are likely to shift our forecasts towards something closer to our adverse scenario,” he said.
From Barron's • May 18, 2026
“Significant eruption unlikely,” he proclaimed, despite the absence of data supporting his conclusion.
From "Mountain of Fire" by Rebecca E. F. Barone
Vocabulary lists containing absence
"To Kill a Mockingbird" by Harper Lee, Chapters 1–6
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