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Absenteeism

/ˌæbsəˈntiɪzəm/
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(noun) The state of being absent, especially frequently or without good reason; the practice of an absentee.

High absenteeism affected the company.
Absenteeism was a problem in schools.
CEFR Practice Quiz
High rates of ____ can negatively affect a company's productivity.

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