absent

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Notably absent were Mexico, Colombia and Brazil, major players whose combined GDP accounts for 60% of Latin America’s economy.

From Salon • Mar. 31, 2026

Oil analysts anticipate that absent a quick resolution, Europe and the U.S. could start seeing prices that look more like the $180 levels in the Middle East.

From Barron's • Mar. 25, 2026

Items which take longer to cook are absent from menus.

From BBC • Mar. 24, 2026

Although she sent a short video message to Paul, Tran was conspicuously absent from the in-person reunion.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 24, 2026

Reshevsky nervously paced the stage, once again waiting for the absent Bobby to arrive, this time to play the disputed thirteenth game.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady