On Thu, Feb 20, 2014 at 10:25 AM, Udhay Shankar N <[email protected]> wrote:

> Which is why the Evernote list makes sense. As and when you remember a
> phrase, put it in the list. :)
>

If there is a pressing need to absolutely recall something, I agree, having
crib notes is the way to go.

But why bother? It is very natural and human to have a memory lapse,
besides we never truly forget anything.

Much easier to admit the word escapes us and leave it at that. No struggle
to recall the word; just respect for the brain and acceptance that it is
busy with something more important, or needs the rest.
As Deepa observed, some of these words need to come with explanations
anyway. Usually even when I can recall such words, I search for simpler
common phrases to express the same idea. Especially if the word isn't in
common use between me and the listener. Big words detract from the subject
of the conversation.

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