blanked out
Example Sentences
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The motion forcing the release of the documents allowed for them to be blanked out for reasons of national security, or to protect the UK's diplomatic relations.
From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026
He blanked out his mind and refused to think critically.
From Salon • Dec. 20, 2025
TikTok hasn’t commented on why this happened, but videos posted to highlight the issue still have the words blanked out.
From The Verge • Nov. 15, 2021
I believe these items are worth quite a bit of money and I want to return them, however, I've completely blanked out on who brought them in!
From Washington Post • Oct. 30, 2021
Chess hoped Emma was listening closely to hear what they needed to be extra cautious about, because he blanked out for a moment.
From "The Strangers" by Margaret Peterson Haddix
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