English / idiom
Draw a Blank
MEANING IN ENGLISH
To be unable to recall something, find an answer, or get a result.
In context
01
It is polite to excuse yourself gracefully when you draw a blank on someone's name at a gala.
02
I drew a blank when asked about the old protocol, but promised to double-check and reply by email.
Synonyms
come up empty,fail to recall,forget
Antonyms
remember vividly,recall instantly,strike gold
Collocations
draw a total blank,completely draw a blank,draw a blank on a name