absence

The administration can’t be blamed for continuing construction in the absence of any order compelling it to stop.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 26, 2026

The court also noted the absence of any genetic or lifestyle-related factors that could otherwise explain the cancer.

From Barron's ● Aug. 26, 2026

“In the absence of material escalation and amid continuing grey flows through the Strait of Hormuz, oil markets remained mostly in a wait-and-see mode,” Peter Sidorov of Deutsche Bank wrote in a note on Tuesday.

From MarketWatch ● Aug. 25, 2026

The absence of a clear forward guidance leaves the Fed’s reaction function unusually uncertain, said Gabriele Foa, global credit portfolio manager at Algebris in a note.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 25, 2026

Koffi felt a distinct pluck of sadness in his absence, but when the goddess cleared her throat, she refocused.

From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray

For many Cameroonians, however, Biya's repeated absences over the past two decades have become a source of growing frustration.

From Barron's ● Aug. 20, 2026

Since Martinez took over in 2023 after leaving his previous role as Belgium head coach, Ronaldo has featured in 36 of Portugal's 44 games, with most of his absences coming through injury or suspension.

From BBC ● Jul. 6, 2026

Dianne Feinstein’s final years in office involved repeated reporting on cognitive decline and absences, raising difficult questions about when coverage becomes invasive or speculative.

From Salon ● Jul. 2, 2026

The list of triumphant comebacks after extended absences is brief.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 22, 2026

Since I’ve spent most of my time in 13 disoriented, worried, angry, being remade, or hospitalized, I can’t say Gale’s absences have inconvenienced me.

From "Mockingjay" by Suzanne Collins