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Truant
01
a student who does not have permission for not attending school
Who is a "truant"?
A truant is a person, usually a student, who stays away from school without permission or a valid reason. This behavior involves skipping school or being absent without justification, which is typically against school rules. Truants may face consequences such as detention, a warning, or other disciplinary actions to encourage regular attendance. It can also be a sign of underlying issues, such as a lack of interest in school, problems at home, or other personal challenges.
Examples
The principal called the parents of the truant to discuss their child's repeated absences.
The school has a strict policy for dealing with students who are truant without valid reasons.
02
a person who neglects or avoids their duties or responsibilities
Examples
The worker was dismissed for being a truant from his post.
The truant avoided work while pretending to be busy.
truant
01
absent from duty or attendance without permission or valid reason
Examples
The truant student was marked absent again.
The manager warned truant employees about disciplinary action.
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