short memory
Example Sentences
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"American society has a short memory for things."
From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026
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
“Our conference is so good, you have to have a short memory because the next team can beat you,” Buffaloes coach JR Payne said.
From Seattle Times • Jan. 28, 2024
He’ll need the short memory and the big arm.
From Washington Times • Sep. 24, 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
