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short absence
[/ʃɔrt ˈæbsəns/]
noun
pl: short absences
ausência breve
1.
A temporary or brief period of time when someone is not present in a place where they are expected to be
During my short absence, please hold all my calls.
Durante minha ausência breve, por favor, retenha todas as minhas chamadas.
2.
A brief interruption or gap in presence or participation
His short absence from the meeting was due to an urgent phone call.
Sua ausência breve da reunião foi devido a uma chamada telefônica urgente.
Synonyms
brief absence
temporary absence
short leave
momentary absence
Antonyms
long absence
extended absence
prolonged absence
presence
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
ausência breve
Most common and standard term
Portugal
ausência curta
Alternative to 'breve'; both are acceptable
São Paulo
ausência rápida
Colloquial variation used in informal contexts
Related Idioms & Phrases
take a short absence
during one's short absence
a short absence makes the heart grow fonder
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