Awol

AWOL is a slang term that stands for “Absent Without Leave.” It is commonly used to describe someone who is absent from their duty or responsibilities without permission or without providing any prior notice.

This slang term originates from military jargon, where it is used to refer to soldiers who are absent from their post or duty without proper authorization. In a civilian context, AWOL is often used to describe someone who is missing from work or school without proper explanation or approval.

Example 1: I can’t believe John didn’t show up for work again today. He’s been AWOL for three days in a row now.

Example 2: The teacher was furious when she found out that several students went AWOL during the field trip without informing anyone.