Fails recall refers to the inability to remember or retrieve a piece of information or memory. Synonyms for fails recall include forgets, doesn't recollect, cannot remember, draws a blank, has a mental block, suffers from amnesia or memory loss, loses track of, has a lapse, blanks out, and can't bring to mind. These synonyms can help describe a situation where someone cannot remember an important detail, such as a name, date, or event. It's common to experience fails recall from time to time, but if it's persistent, it can be a symptom of a more serious issue.