Definition: 1. The state of being present; current existence. 2. The immediate proximity of someone or something. 3. An invisible spiritual being felt to be nearby. 4. The impression that something is present. 5. Dignified manner or conduct. 6. The act of being present.
Use 'presence' in a sentence:
1. The presence of the two policemen unsettled her.
2. The cameras were not an intrusive presence.
3. John's presence caused her considerable discomfort.
4. The United States can pare back its military presence in Asia as well.
5. They seemed to be resentful of our presence there.
6. The test can identify the presence of abnormalities in the unborn child.
7. His presence should fill the power vacuum which has been developing over the past few days.
8. His presence no longer signified.
9. We are strongly opposed to the presence of America in this region.
10. The talks took place in the presence of a diplomatic observer.
11. Nobody was allowed to eat in the Empress Dowager's presence.
12. I'm glad to see that you've decided to honour us with your presence !
13. There was a strong police presence at the demonstration.
14. My presence at the afternoon's proceedings was superfluous.
15. Her presence during the crisis had a calming effect.
16. Will you be gracing us with your presence tonight?
17. They tried to ensure that their presence was not too obtrusive.
18. She felt a presence behind her.
19. The supervisor's presence militated against a relaxed atmosphere.
20. The presence or absence of clouds can have an important impact on heat transfer.
21. The constant presence of the media was very intrusive.
22. Stephen noticed that the people around him looked cheered by his presence.
23. Her presence lent the occasion a certain dignity.
24. Even very young premature babies respond to their mother's presence.
25. His mere presence made her feel afraid.
26. I still can't trust myself to remain composed in their presence.
27. I'm glad to see that you've decided to honour us with your presence!
28. The presence of the prince added lustre to the occasion.
29. She coughed discreetly to announce her presence.
30. The managing director's presence inhibited them from airing their problems.
31. The UN has undertaken to reinforce its military presence along the borders.
32. She seemed awed by the presence of so many famous people.
33. Litmus paper turns red in the presence of an acid.
34. Your presence is requested at the meeting.
35. He hardly seemed to notice my presence.
36. Even the most boring meeting was enlivened by Dan's presence.
37. I suppose your presence here today is not entirely coincidental.
38. He barely registered our presence.
39. She barely acknowledged his presence.
40. The boy had the presence of mind to turn off the gas.
41. The soldiers did not bother to moderate their coarse humour in her presence.
42. The presence of a star is already apparent in the early film.
43. His presence had a calming influence.
44. The somewhat acid flavour is caused by the presence of lactic acid.
