missing

Example Sentences

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However, an important piece of the puzzle was still missing.

From Science Daily • Jun. 1, 2026

The teenager was reported missing at 18:30 BST on Sunday at the River Wharfe, near Burnsall, in the Yorkshire Dales.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

It’s a last-minute excursion when I’m craving something specific and missing several key ingredients.

From Salon • May 30, 2026

Independent journalists, online sleuths and criminal case followers traveled from across the country to track developments on the missing child’s case.

From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026

You could prove it by calling the dump to ask if anything was missing.

From "Firegirl" by Tony Abbott