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Beyond that, Flynn had been a nonpresence in Oregon, much less local politics, since his graduation.

From Slate • Dec. 13, 2023

She convinced me to turn around and bring her back because she was worried that her nonpresence would negatively affect the coach’s decisions and she didn’t want to let down her teammates.

From Slate • Aug. 2, 2019

A failure is the mere nonpresence of success.

From Time • Nov. 19, 2010

He gained his reputation as an effective writer against British encroachments but was a reclusive nonpresence in debates.

From "Founding Brothers: The Revolutionary Generation" by Joseph J. Ellis