missing

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Nathan Fielder is missing, probably up there somewhere, flying the friendly skies.

From Los Angeles Times • May 26, 2026

Now, researchers led by scientists at the University of Wisconsin-Madison believe they may have uncovered the missing piece of the puzzle.

From Science Daily • May 26, 2026

Samuel, 23, dropped to almost 2,000 in the world rankings after missing much of the 2024 season with bruising in his right arm.

From BBC • May 25, 2026

There’s no missing the point, and clarity can be essential when grappling with something as slippery as grief.

From Salon • May 25, 2026

In an hour they had gone from some coded, genetic fear of fire, to understanding fire, to missing it when it went away.

From "Woodsong" by Gary Paulsen