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blank

1 of 3adjective
/blæŋk/
Forms:blanker,blankest
1

not having any writing, drawing, or other visible content, often appearing empty or plain

  • The blank sheet of paper stared back at him, waiting to be filled with words.
  • The canvas was blank, awaiting the artist's inspiration to create.
  • The diary page remained blank, waiting for her to record her thoughts and experiences.
  • The whiteboard was wiped clean, leaving it blank for the next set of notes.
  • The computer screen showed a blank document, ready for typing.
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2

done or stated in a manner that is thorough, total, or without any reservations

  • She received a blank refusal to her request for an extension on the project.
  • His blank denial of any wrongdoing left his colleagues skeptical.
  • The manager issued a blank rejection of the proposal without further explanation.
  • There was a blank agreement among the team to avoid discussing the topic.
  • The witness gave a blank dismissal of the accusations against him.
3

lacking understanding or awareness

  • She looked at him with a blank expression, not grasping what he had just said.
  • His blank stare indicated he didn’t understand the complex instructions.
  • After the complicated explanation, her response was a blank nod.
  • The student had a blank look on his face during the difficult exam.
  • I was so nervous, my mind went blank.
4

(of a tape or medium) not been recorded on, remaining empty and available for new content

  • She bought a pack of blank cassettes to record her favorite songs.
  • The studio provided blank DVDs for the filmmakers to use.
  • He filled the blank tape with his latest music compositions.
  • The blank video cassettes sat on the shelf, waiting to be used.
  • She discovered an old box of blank discs from years ago.