Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for blanking
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Beloved actor Ron Perlman fully leans into trying to make the contestants fail this task by forcing eye contact, asking them polite questions, rebuking their bad manners in ignoring him, and even doggedly getting into their personal space.—
Tasha Robinson,
Vulture,
16 June 2026 -
Unfortunately, sometimes the brain is too efficient, leading us to cling to false information and unproductive habits while ignoring information that could clearly benefit us.—
Dr. Deepika Chopra,
Flow Space,
16 June 2026
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The city of Aledo is considering ordinances targeting e-bikes and golf carts following numerous complaints from residents that riders are ignoring traffic rules, running stop signs and disregarding pedestrians on sidewalks.—
Mary Ella Hastings
June 8,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
8 June 2026
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Healey, a former two-term attorney general, is completely disregarding public safety by her reckless rhetoric and actions – all to win another election.—
Joe Battenfeld,
Boston Herald,
4 June 2026
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Dolin notes that many caregivers begin neglecting their own health, relationships and self-care routines.—
Lauryn Higgins,
Flow Space,
15 June 2026
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Chelsea was arrested three times between September and November 2024 in Wisconsin, beginning with a September 2024 arrest on multiple felony charges, including neglecting a child and possession of methamphetamine.—
Anna Myers,
PEOPLE,
15 June 2026
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Ohtani returned to the lineup for the Dodgers’ 7-1 win against the White Sox, after exiting the game Thursday at Pittsburgh and missing Friday‘s game because of inflammation in his left knee.—
Maddie Lee,
Los Angeles Times,
14 June 2026
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Police responded to the theft on Friday night, and while footwear was among the items stolen, none of the missing equipment was considered essential for the team to play.—
Matt Reigle,
FOXNews.com,
14 June 2026
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Subtle audio tracks the sound of ice on the move, views of clouds passing over glass-like ice, and there's the eventual memorial for Ok.—
Erika Owen,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 June 2026
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Eilmer managed to glide a good 600 feet, passing over the city wall before crash-landing in a small valley near the river Avon.—
Jennifer Ouellette,
ArsTechnica,
14 June 2026
Verb
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Avoid puddles - Driving into puddles or low rainwater areas can lead to vehicles hydroplaning or losing control.—
KANSAS CITY STAR WEATHER BOT,
Kansas City Star,
14 June 2026
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Avoid puddles - Driving into puddles or low rainwater areas can lead to vehicles hydroplaning or losing control.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
13 June 2026
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“Blanking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/blanking. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.
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