absence
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Rice filled in as captain during Harry Kane's absence for the October friendly against Wales, when Ollie Watkins replaced Kane in the England attack.
From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026
Rocha and the mayor of Culiacán have taken leaves of absence while the investigations proceed.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026
But there’s a refreshing absence of nostalgia in Hayakawa’s conception of Fuki and her quizzical processing of her father’s fatal illness.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026
A 27-month absence from international cricket followed before his fine start to the county season, after taking on the responsibility of captaining Sussex, earned him a recall.
From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026
Still, the absence of these supportive relationships must have hurt, despite his role in the schism.
From "Endgame" by Frank Brady
Vocabulary lists containing absence
"To Kill a Mockingbird" by Harper Lee, Chapters 1–6
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