absence

Example Sentences

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Pisa have just one win all season on their return to the top flight after a 34-year absence but twice hit the woodwork before Juventus took the lead.

From Barron's

In the absence of Isak, who is facing eight weeks out with a fractured leg, that is a connection we will be seeing plenty more of in the coming months.

From BBC

The soaring melodies are a reassuring sign that all is well in the environment meaning the absence of birdsong can feel unsettling - even if we don't consciously realise why.

From BBC

The reason for both: the absence of smartphones in the classroom.

From The Wall Street Journal

Authorities were made aware of Melodee’s disappearance when her prolonged absence was first reported by a school administrator, triggering the initial welfare check that launched the investigation.

From Los Angeles Times