Blank out
Definition 1 of 4
Pro Tip 1/2Stress Triggered
The phrase often relates to momentary memory loss due to stress or anxiety.
Before I could answer the interview question, I blanked out.
Pro Tip 2/2Temporary Forgetfulness
'Blank out' implies the memory could later return, unlike permanent forgetfulness.
After the play ended, I blanked out on my lines, but remembered them later.
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