1
as in lack
a state of being without something necessary, desirable, or useful
the absence of volunteers to be troop leaders is putting the scouting program in real jeopardy
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as in shortage
the fact or state of being absent
in the absence of ferry service to the island, the ecotourists had to charter a plane
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Recent Examples of absence
The festival decided to move forward her honor despite her absence.
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Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 23 May 2026
The absence of a proper federal incentive structure will prolong the stagnation.
—Robert Ambrose, Fortune, 23 May 2026
Yes, Cale Makar’s absence is huge, and there was no update Saturday on his status for Game 3 on Sunday night at T-Mobile Arena.
—Corey Masisak, Denver Post, 23 May 2026
Hannah then makes a phone call to a male friend and in his absence, makes do with a vibro-massager.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 22 May 2026
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Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 23 May 2026
The absence of a proper federal incentive structure will prolong the stagnation.
—Robert Ambrose, Fortune, 23 May 2026
Yes, Cale Makar’s absence is huge, and there was no update Saturday on his status for Game 3 on Sunday night at T-Mobile Arena.
—Corey Masisak, Denver Post, 23 May 2026
Hannah then makes a phone call to a male friend and in his absence, makes do with a vibro-massager.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 22 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for absence
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In England, the Women’s Super League’s commitment is attracting more and more talent to England, and at some point, Spain’s lack of investment in women’s football, not the club, will end up posing a problem for Barca — as seen in Arsenal’s triumph in the final over the Spanish side last year.—
Tamerra Griffin,
New York Times,
21 May 2026
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The temporary restraining order has been extended due to the lack of service.—
KiMi Robinson,
USA Today,
21 May 2026
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But decades of underfunding for public universities have increasingly put higher education out of reach for many, forcing tuition rates up while also leading to fewer support services for students most in need.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
24 May 2026
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Harrison said the city is attempting to balance the needs of both residents and business owners.—
Jamie Leary,
CBS News,
23 May 2026
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“Absence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/absence. Accessed 24 May. 2026.
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