absence

Example Sentences

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In the absence of a breakthrough, both sides focused on whatever practical steps they could achieve.

From The Wall Street Journal

The only notable absence last year was first baseman Freddie Freeman, who remained in Los Angeles to nurse an ankle injury that landed him on the injured list.

From Los Angeles Times

I was 40 on a leave of absence from my high-profile executive marketing job.

From Los Angeles Times

Jokic, meant to be limited to less than 30 minutes in his fourth game back from a 16-game injury absence, played more than 44 minutes.

From Barron's

The 2021 winners Australia have been hit hard by the absence of pace spearhead Pat Cummins, who was ruled out with a lower back injury.

From Barron's