absence
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The absence of changes in fecal production was particularly interesting because constipation is a known side effect of medications such as Ozempic.
From Science Daily ● Nov. 4, 2026
But he studiously avoided his own, an absence that disappointed many and fueled ongoing speculation about why.
From Barron's ● Nov. 4, 2026
Derek Tisler, counsel and manager for the elections and government program at the Brennan Center for Justice, said the federal government’s absence has weakened the defenses.
From Salon ● Nov. 3, 2026
England are facing a possible change at fly-half, with first-choice Fin Smith struggling with a calf problem and Marcus Smith and George Ford competing to deputise in his possible absence.
From BBC ● Nov. 2, 2026
Like the other patients at Carville, she submits to monthly tests to determine if the disease is still present or if it’s been “arrested”—the term used to describe continued absence of infection.
From "At Last She Stood" by Erin Entrada Kelly
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When the university authorities threatened to withhold Marlowe’s degree following prolonged absences from Cambridge, the Privy Council intervened to reassure them that he had “done her Majesty good service.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 28, 2026
Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu set out a timetable on Sunday urging local authorities to prioritise filling gaps left by long-term teacher absences and unfilled posts.
From Barron's ● Oct. 5, 2026
The court heard that Song, who is also known by his stage name Mino, had recorded 102 unauthorised absences during his 21-month stint as a social service agent.
From BBC ● Oct. 1, 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
He begged their forbearance for his lengthy absences from the Wilmette house.
From "The Devil in the White City" by Erik Larson
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"To Kill a Mockingbird" by Harper Lee, Chapters 1–6
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