Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
to-draw-a-blank
idiom
/tə drɔː ə blæŋk/
Definition
to fail to remember or think of something, usually in a moment of need or at a critical time.
Examples
- I tried to recall her name, but I just drew a blank.
- During the exam, she drew a blank on the first question and couldn’t remember anything.
- He always draws a blank when asked about his plans for the weekend.
Meaning
This expression is often used when someone cannot recall a piece of information or a specific idea, often unexpectedly and usually in a situation where they are expected to know it.
Synonyms
- forget
- be at a loss
- draw a blank on
