draw a blank

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Verb draw a blank has 1 sense

forget, block, blank out, draw a blank - be unable to remember; "I'm drawing a blank"; "You are blocking the name of your first wife!"
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Term: Draw a blank

Description:

Draw a blank is an idiomatic expression that means to fail to remember or recall something, to be unable to find an answer or solution, or to have no idea or understanding about a particular topic.

Senses and Usages:

1. To fail to remember or recall something:

Example Sentence: I tried to remember his name, but I drew a blank.

2. To be unable to find an answer or solution:

Example Sentence: The puzzle was so challenging that I drew a blank after several attempts.

3. To have no idea or understanding about a particular topic:

Example Sentence: When it comes to advanced mathematics, I usually draw a blank.

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