forgetfulness

Example Sentences

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“We stand in an avalanche of forgetfulness, resisting the sway of disappearance.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

This forgetfulness can come at a high cost.

From Barron's • Feb. 19, 2026

The disorder occurs when there’s a fluid buildup in the brain, causing difficulty walking and balancing, confusion, and forgetfulness, according to the Cleveland Clinic.

From MarketWatch • Dec. 9, 2025

Many women going through menopause report experiencing what they describe as "brain fog," a mix of forgetfulness, reduced focus, and mental fatigue.

From Science Daily • Oct. 21, 2025

Pieces of my mind were still asleep, and my painful memories had been gathering dust behind the door of forgetfulness.

From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss