mind · n
cross your mind
B2 If an idea crosses your mind, you think about it for a short time.
Dictionary examples:
It never crossed my mind that she might be married. (33.4)
blow your mind
C2 If something blows your mind, you are very excited or surprised by it.
Dictionary examples:
There was one scene in the movie that really blew my mind. (29.8)
put/set sb's mind at ease
C1 to say something that will help someone to stop worrying
Dictionary examples:
I was worried about the test, but the nurse explained everything and put my mind at ease. (40.4)
put your mind to it
C1 to give your full attention to something and try very hard to do it
Dictionary examples:
You could win if you put your mind to it. (18.9)
have sth on your mind
C2 to think or worry about something
Dictionary examples:
Jim has a lot on his mind at the moment. (17.2)
be of two minds
C1 to have difficulty making a decision
Dictionary examples:
I was of two minds about whether to invite him to the wedding. (41.0)
come to mind
C1 If something comes to mind, you think of it.
Dictionary examples:
I was thinking about who might be suitable for this job, and your name came to mind. (44.1)
spring to mind
C2 If something springs to mind, you suddenly think of it.
Dictionary examples:
Mention fashion and Kate’s name immediately springs to mind. (51.5)
in your mind's eye
C2 in your imagination or memory
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In my mind's eye, I imagined the building painted white, with a beautiful garden around it. (31.9)
speak your mind
C2 to say exactly what you think without worrying if it will upset anyone
Dictionary examples:
She has very strong opinions and she's not afraid to speak her mind. (29.5)
frame of mind
C2 the way someone feels at a particular time
Dictionary examples:
She was in a much more positive frame of mind today. (33.0)
peace of mind
C2 a feeling that you do not need to worry about anything
Dictionary examples:
For my peace of mind, please check that the door is locked. (48.3)
presence of mind
C2 the ability to deal with a difficult situation quickly and effectively
Dictionary examples:
She had the presence of mind to press the alarm. (47.2)
slip your mind
C2 If something slips your mind, you forget about it.
Dictionary examples:
I meant to tell her you had phoned, but it completely slipped my mind. (38.6)
cast your mind back
C2 to try to remember
Dictionary examples:
If you cast your mind back, you might recall that I never promised to go. (51.6)
have/keep an open mind
B2 to wait until you know all the facts before you form an opinion about something or judge someone
Dictionary examples:
We're keeping an open mind about the causes of the fire. (34.1)
change your mind
B1 to change a decision or opinion
Dictionary examples:
I changed my mind about eating bugs after seeing how delicious they looked! (0.0)
He changed his mind about skydiving when he saw how high the plane was! (0.0)
He changed his mind about learning magic when his rabbit disappeared for real! (0.0)
If you change your mind, let me know. (17.2)
I've changed my mind about selling the house. (41.0)
make up your mind or make your mind up
B1 to make a decision
Dictionary examples:
Make up your mind: study now or later? The TV whispers, 'Later!' (0.0)
I made up my mind to diet, then I saw a chocolate cake. (0.0)
He couldn't make up his mind about which tie to wear, so he wore all five! (0.0)
They couldn't make their minds up about where to go on vacation. (25.6)
I haven't made up my mind whether to apply for the job yet. (28.3)
keep/bear sb/sth in mind
B2 to remember to consider someone or something that may be useful in the future
Dictionary examples:
I'll keep you in mind if another job comes up. (19.0)
Bear in mind that there's a public holiday next week. (45.7)
mind
B1 someone's memory or their ability to think, feel emotions, and be aware of things
Dictionary examples:
My mind went blank during the test, but remembered everything at lunch! (0.0)
His mind was so busy daydreaming, he forgot to put on pants! (0.0)
My mind plays tricks on me. It hides my keys but remembers song lyrics! (0.0)
I just said the first thing that came into my mind. (19.7)
For some reason her words stuck in my mind. (27.7)
She has a very logical mind. (29.2)
My mind was full of what had happened the night before, and I wasn't concentrating. (44.3)