forgetting

Example Sentences

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The narrative possibilities of willful forgetting allow Balda’s wool-clad characters to extend themselves far past the boundaries of George’s field and into the hearts of younger and older viewers alike.

From Salon • May 25, 2026

A driver on California's notoriously congested highways put a life-sized dummy in the passenger seat to trick his way into the faster carpool lane, only to get caught for forgetting one detail -- the face.

From Barron's • May 13, 2026

"We pre-booked a taxi to take us to the Town Hall, but forgetting there was five of us, didn't request a larger vehicle," Mrs Sanchez said.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

“It’s like going to the store and buying a brand new toy that you’re going to end up forgetting about in a week.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2026

Dad came rushing down a moment later, and I was relieved when Mom pounced on his crooked tie, forgetting all about my tightlessness.

From "How to Disappear Completely" by Ali Standish