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forgetful

[fer-get-fuhl] / fərˈgɛt fəl /


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It was in that role that he solidified his unique look, wearing stacks of heavy gold chains, often gathered from forgetful patrons who left them behind.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 9, 2026

K Callan, the actor, is having a moment, showered with praise fo her turn as Ruth, the forgetful secretary to Matthew Rhys’ Mayor Tom Loftis, in Apple TV‘s hit horror quasi-comedy “Widow’s Bay.”

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 9, 2026

About six years ago, Hank became uncharacteristically forgetful and talked about his “fuzzy brain.”

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 4, 2026

He was forgetful and disorganised and would need guidance making plans, she said.

From BBC Mar. 20, 2026

Straining to listen, forgetful of the danger, I rose up from the bushes where I hid.

From "Crispin: The Cross of Lead" by Avi




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