Blank out

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verb

To suddenly forget something, especially through stress or shock.

I was so nervous during the test that I completely blanked out.
Visual representation of "blank out" - To suddenly forget something, especially through stress or shock.

Often appears as...

  • blank out during
  • blank out on
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Visual representation of "blank out"
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Stress Triggered

The phrase often relates to momentary memory loss due to stress or anxiety.

Illustration for Stress Triggered
Before I could answer the interview question, I blanked out.
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Temporary Forgetfulness

'Blank out' implies the memory could later return, unlike permanent forgetfulness.

Illustration for Temporary Forgetfulness
After the play ended, I blanked out on my lines, but remembered them later.
Visual representation of the word "Blank out"

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