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Absentees

Verb / ˌæbsʌˈnti:z / Another word for absentees — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Absentees are people who are not present or who do not show up when they are expected to.

Synonyms & similar words

absentee nonattenders no-shows truant AWOLs skippers absconders deserters fugitives defectors runaways escapists evaders shirkers dodgers slackers idlers loafers loungers layabouts

Example sentences

  1. The school principal called the parents of the absentees to find out why they didn't come to school.
  2. The company had a high rate of absentees, which affected productivity.
  3. The coach was disappointed to see so many absentees on the team.
  4. The concert was sold out, but there were still some absentees who didn't show up.
  5. The absentees missed an important lesson in class.

Quotes

  • "It is better to be present in body only than absent in spirit as well as in body." - Lailah Gifty Akita
  • "The absent are never without fault. Nor the present without excuse." - Michael Caine
  • "Absence makes the heart grow fonder." - Thomas Haynes Bayly

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