forgotten

Example Sentences

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We had forgotten that our economic policies must reward success and ensure that no one is left behind in pursuing it.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026

But the president later decided he didn’t want to pursue many of the restrictions, and the directive was quickly forgotten, people familiar with the events said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026

We need books that amplify the voices of the forgotten, including the millions of soldiers and civilians — 58,200 of them Americans — who died in the Vietnam War.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026

Why are some performers remembered, and others forgotten?

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

With all the drama, I had forgotten this was supposed to be a party.

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller