not present

Example Sentences

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The wedding drew broader public attention, however, because of who was not present.

From Salon • May 23, 2026

In the latter, he said he did not impugn the jurors — who were not present — but was advising the just-acquitted defendant to stay out of trouble.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

Much like in the 2013 horsemeat scandal, eating cheaper fish does not present a health risk, but concerns have been raised about consumer deception.

From BBC • Apr. 30, 2026

France's roadmap does not present new pledges but brings existing climate and energy policies and targets under one umbrella with an explicit goal.

From Barron's • Apr. 29, 2026

In general, they do not seem as young—do not present at all like kids you often see on school stages, in grown-up clothes, who have dressed for the part but cannot quite inhabit it.

From "Drama High" by Michael Sokolove