as in absent
not present or in evidence
our perennially nonexistent computer tech is, once again, not here today
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Recent Examples of nonexistent
The milquetoast nature of the statement — with its measured language and nonexistent call to action — and the broader absence of real accountability have nagged at me for weeks.
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Uzma Rentia, STAT, 27 Apr. 2026
The infrastructure to support a baby [born that early] is close to nonexistent.
—Kayla Grant, PEOPLE, 27 Apr. 2026
But navigating the sites can be tricky, and with many of the companies listed, information is limited, dated or nonexistent for several reasons, including exemptions and noncompliance.
—Steve Lopez, Los Angeles Times, 25 Apr. 2026
Starlink began its commercial service in 2021, initially focusing on areas of the United States where traditional broadband infrastructure was limited or nonexistent.
—Ben Tarnoff, Big Think, 23 Apr. 2026
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Uzma Rentia, STAT, 27 Apr. 2026
The infrastructure to support a baby [born that early] is close to nonexistent.
—Kayla Grant, PEOPLE, 27 Apr. 2026
But navigating the sites can be tricky, and with many of the companies listed, information is limited, dated or nonexistent for several reasons, including exemptions and noncompliance.
—Steve Lopez, Los Angeles Times, 25 Apr. 2026
Starlink began its commercial service in 2021, initially focusing on areas of the United States where traditional broadband infrastructure was limited or nonexistent.
—Ben Tarnoff, Big Think, 23 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for nonexistent
Adjective
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Mira began absent-mindedly rolling and unrolling a fine-tooth comb through her curls.—
Anna Wiener,
New Yorker,
4 May 2026
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Like their Senate colleagues, the 49-member House GOP caucus was sharply split with 27 voting yes, 21 no, and one absent.—
Staff Report,
Hartford Courant,
3 May 2026
Adjective
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With Francisco Lindor, Jorge Polanco and Ronny Mauricio all injured, the options are somewhat lacking.—
Abbey Mastracco,
New York Daily News,
4 May 2026
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On the other hand, the playoffs showed how lacking Atlanta is in some areas.—
John Hollinger,
New York Times,
1 May 2026
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“Nonexistent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nonexistent. Accessed 8 May. 2026.
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