Forget

usgb/fərˈɡet/
verb

Not to remember something.

I forgot where I placed my keys.
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Often appears as...

  • forgot to do something
  • quickly forget
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Temporary Forgetfulness

Used to express that something slipped one's mind temporarily but can be remembered later.

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I forgot her name, but then it came back to me.
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Intentional Reminder

Often used in a polite request to remind someone of something they might have forgotten.

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Don't forget to call me when you arrive.
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Emotional Impact

Forgetting something important can imply carelessness and hurt feelings.

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He forgot our anniversary, and I was really upset.
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