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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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2
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
One factor in whether to grant an injunction is if the plaintiff would suffer irreparable harm in the absence of an injunction.
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Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 12 June 2025
Beom-woo’s growth, and the confirmation of his romantic relationship with Yeon-joo, is hurt by the absence of a scene that has Beom-woo telling Yeon-joo the whole story and putting his actions and growth in context to prove his understanding.
—Kayti Burt, Time, 11 June 2025
McDaniel declined to say if Smith will be fined for his absence.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 10 June 2025
Research suggests disengagement isn't simply the absence of engagement but a distinct psychological state with its own antecedents and consequences.
—Jonathan H. Westover, Forbes.com, 10 June 2025
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Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 12 June 2025
Beom-woo’s growth, and the confirmation of his romantic relationship with Yeon-joo, is hurt by the absence of a scene that has Beom-woo telling Yeon-joo the whole story and putting his actions and growth in context to prove his understanding.
—Kayti Burt, Time, 11 June 2025
McDaniel declined to say if Smith will be fined for his absence.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 10 June 2025
Research suggests disengagement isn't simply the absence of engagement but a distinct psychological state with its own antecedents and consequences.
—Jonathan H. Westover, Forbes.com, 10 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for absence
Noun
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A lot of people watch Fox or MSNBC or ABC to get their news, but as far as programming that’s reality-based or even scripted even, there’s a lack of quality content that’s produced well for that (conservative) audience.—
Peter Kiefer,
HollywoodReporter,
18 June 2025
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The difference in the workout actual total has been the Heat’s lack of a selection in the June 26 second round of the two-round draft.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
18 June 2025
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By landing Bane, the Magic add a sharpshooter who addresses one of Orlando’s biggest needs on the court.—
Jason Beede,
The Orlando Sentinel,
15 June 2025
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Though often considered difficult to breed in captivity, this collection of four egg-bearing males acts as a beacon of hope for the future of marine wildlife conservation, ultimately highlighting the need for exemplary zoos and aquariums to support the battle for preserving global biodiversity.—
Jared Ranahan,
Forbes.com,
15 June 2025
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“Absence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/absence. Accessed 23 Jun. 2025.
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