blank on
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
To be temporarily unable to remember (a particular fact).
Register: informal
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
I’m blanking on her name right now.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “blank on” mean?
To be temporarily unable to remember (a particular fact).
Is “blank on” formal or informal?
blank on is generally informal.