Forgetting

He asked me for my phone number and I drew a blank -I just couldn't remember it.

Oh, I forgot to buy the bread - I've got a brain like a sieve these days!

The ruins of the castle had been standing there, time out of mind, overlooking the valley.

After their argument, they decided to forgive and forget, focusing on repairing their friendship.

The doctor's mind went blank when she realized that the patient's heart had stopped beating.

老年时刻, 年龄相关的暂时性记忆丧失

I had a senior moment and couldn't remember where I left my car keys.

我经历了一个老年时刻，不记得把车钥匙放在哪里了。

For all that we've learned about these ancient structures, most of their purpose has been lost in the mists of time.