Collocations for "forgetful"
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word "forgetful" in context.
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forgetful
ⓘMost examples are given in US English. We have labeled exceptions as UK.adj
- am always so forgetful
- wish I wasn't (quite) so forgetful
- is a forgetful person
- is always forgetful of her [promises, responsibilities]
- should try to be less forgetful
- please be less forgetful in the future
- my [dad, grandma] is becoming (more) forgetful
- is forgetful in her old age
- forgetful and [confused, careless, unable to function]
- am often forgetful
- can be forgetful at times
- forgetful of the fact that
- is becoming more and more forgetful