Slip sb's memory/mind In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "slip sb's memory/mind", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

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Meaning of Slip sb's memory/mind

Slip sb's memory/mind informal verb phrase

If you say something slips your memory/mind, you mean that it is forgotten.

His father's teachings has slipped his mind entirely.

I didn't remember the appointment with Adam last night. Oh, it completely slipped my mind.

Her birthday completely slipped my mind. That is the reason why she has been getting angry with me all day.

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Grammar and Usage of Slip sb's memory/mind

Verb Forms

  • slip your memory/mind
  • slips your memory/mind
  • slipped your memory/mind
  • slipping your memory/mind

The verb "slip" should be conjugated according to its tense.

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