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During his briefing to the Police Commission on Tuesday, McDonnell said roughly 8% of the department’s employees are unavailable to work because they are on sick leave or other work restrictions.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026

If a digital manifest is damaged or unavailable, shipments may never be released.

From Science Daily • Apr. 5, 2026

Delayed discharges, which occur when a patient is clinically ready to leave a hospital but is forced to remain in a bed because necessary social care, support, or housing is unavailable, are incomparable.

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026

Hegseth’s broker was unable to invest in the defense fund because the product was unavailable to Morgan Stanley clients.

From Salon • Mar. 31, 2026

“My other dresses are in my luggage, and my luggage is currently unavailable to me.”

From "Louisiana's Way Home" by Kate DiCamillo




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