brain cramp

noun

Definition of brain cramp

: a mental lapse caused especially by carelessness, forgetfulness, or inattention

— called also brain fart

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Rickard could thank some brain cramps by Rays catcher Wilson Ramos. — Eduardo A. Encina, baltimoresun.com, "Orioles outfielder Joey Rickard records three outfield assists Saturday," 27 May 2018 Sox apologists can’t blame injuries for chronic brain cramps. — David Haugh, chicagotribune.com, "Struggling White Sox finally give their manager reason to smile on emotional day," 13 May 2018 There have been a few other hiccups, like Georgia Tech falling at home to Grambling, Virginia Tech’s brain cramp against Saint Louis at the 2K Classic and Notre Dame’s shocking loss to Ball State. — Brian Pedersen, ajc, "College basketball conference power rankings: ACC leads the pack," 13 Dec. 2017

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