
Draw a blank
Memory Failure
Used when someone cannot recall information they're expected to know.
When I tried to recall the capital of France, I drew a blank.
Temporary Lapse
Implies that the forgotten information might be recalled later.
She drew a blank on the password now but remembered it the next day.
Embarrassing Moment
Often used in situations where forgetting something is awkward or uncomfortable.
During introductions, I drew a blank on his name.