as in deletion
something left out
the disk contains a selection of deleted scenes, and a couple of the omissions greatly add to the intelligibility of the movie's plot
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Recent Examples of omission
Errors and omissions can result in missing a deduction or credit and slow down the processing of your return and ultimately your refund.
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Dan Perry, Newsweek, 31 Jan. 2025
Which is worse: An error of commission or an error of omission?
—Dieter Kurtenbach, The Mercury News, 30 Jan. 2025
Below, check out some of the most shocking omissions and inclusions.
—Ew Staff, EW.com, 30 Jan. 2025
The intrigue: Johnston didn't mention immigrants or his administration's goals to support them — a notable omission as the issue dominates the spotlight and another sign the city's migrant response is winding down.
—Alayna Alvarez, Axios, 29 Jan. 2025
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Dan Perry, Newsweek, 31 Jan. 2025
Which is worse: An error of commission or an error of omission?
—Dieter Kurtenbach, The Mercury News, 30 Jan. 2025
Below, check out some of the most shocking omissions and inclusions.
—Ew Staff, EW.com, 30 Jan. 2025
The intrigue: Johnston didn't mention immigrants or his administration's goals to support them — a notable omission as the issue dominates the spotlight and another sign the city's migrant response is winding down.
—Alayna Alvarez, Axios, 29 Jan. 2025
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“Omission.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/omission. Accessed 22 Feb. 2025.
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