absenteeism
noun
ab·sen·tee·ism
ˌab-sən-ˈtē-ˌi-zəm 
1
: prolonged absence of an owner from his or her property
2
: chronic absence (as from work or school)
also
: the rate of such absence
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These small changes can boost digital engagement, reduce absenteeism, and help retain some of an organization’s most experienced talent.
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Chris Carey, Fortune, 21 July 2025
In addition, estimates suggest that depression costs US employers about $105 billion annually based on treatment expenses, healthcare, turnover and absenteeism.
—Tracy Brower, Forbes.com, 20 July 2025
Communities In Schools has seen positive results from efforts to reduce chronic absenteeism in the South Plains region.
—Stephen Simpson, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
The scorecard also highlighted a sharp rise in chronic absenteeism in Tennessee, which indicates students missed more than 10% of a school year.
—Rachel Wegner, The Tennessean, 2 July 2025
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Chris Carey, Fortune, 21 July 2025
In addition, estimates suggest that depression costs US employers about $105 billion annually based on treatment expenses, healthcare, turnover and absenteeism.
—Tracy Brower, Forbes.com, 20 July 2025
Communities In Schools has seen positive results from efforts to reduce chronic absenteeism in the South Plains region.
—Stephen Simpson, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
The scorecard also highlighted a sharp rise in chronic absenteeism in Tennessee, which indicates students missed more than 10% of a school year.
—Rachel Wegner, The Tennessean, 2 July 2025
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“Absenteeism.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/absenteeism. Accessed 7 Aug. 2025.
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