short memory

Example Sentences

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In short, memory is “possibly good, possibly bad,” he said, but nonetheless a key factor investors need to monitor heading into the new year.

From MarketWatch • Dec. 30, 2025

We tend to have quite a short memory so while the last week of April was colder than average, temperatures during the first half of April were higher than average.

From BBC • May 1, 2024

We’ll just have a short memory and be ready to win the next one.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 23, 2024

“Players in general, but back-end relievers in particular - you have to have a short memory, because the next day, you are going to need everything you’ve got.”

From Washington Times • Jun. 20, 2023

But Benny-boy had a short memory, and after he had relieved his swollen bladder, he went out to play with his friends.

From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy