Missing

Missing refers to the absence or lack of something that is expected, required, or normally present. It can describe situations where data, items, or individuals are absent despite being anticipated. In various contexts, “missing” highlights a discrepancy or gap that may need investigation, whether it's missing information in a report, missing items in a shipment, or a person who has not arrived as expected. Recognizing what is missing helps identify problems, causes, or areas needing attention to restore completeness or achieve desired outcomes.