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nonparticipation

American  
[non-pahr-tis-uh-pay-shuhn] / ˌnɒn pɑrˌtɪs əˈpeɪ ʃən /

noun

  1. absence of participation.

    Nonparticipation of citizens in political matters hampers efforts toward better government.


Etymology

Origin of nonparticipation

non- + participation


Example Sentences

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As a result, Kohberger’s nonparticipation in a lengthy conversation about the Moscow homicides stands out in retrospect, said the master’s student.

From Seattle Times ● Jan. 8, 2023

Somewhat buried in the article about the anguish regarding UCLA’s nonparticipation in the Holiday Bowl, Chip Kelly mentions “the unvaccinated players.”

From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 31, 2021

Most of the Kanak pro-independence bloc boycotted Sunday’s vote after its plea for a postponement was rebuffed, with nonparticipation exceeding 95 percent in one province.

From New York Times ● Dec. 12, 2021

Rather than encouraging fraud, the system would appear to be encouraging nonparticipation instead.

From Salon ● Apr. 4, 2021

He cited food waste and nonparticipation as key rationales for the shift.

From Washington Post ● Jun. 7, 2019

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