open mind
noun
: a willingness to listen to or accept different ideas or opinions
I know it's different, but try to keep an open mind.
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But while Loeb has often encouraged scientists to have an open mind about extraterrestrials, his theories and research have often rankled other astrophysicists in the field, who push back on some of his bolder claims.
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Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 2 Oct. 2025
Canucks management entered prospect camp and training camp with an open mind about Cootes’ ability to push for a roster spot as an 18-year-old.
—Thomas Drance, New York Times, 30 Sep. 2025
All of that being said, go with an open mind.
—Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 30 Sep. 2025
And as a leader, one of her core principles is always keeping an open mind.
—Preston Fore, Fortune, 11 Sep. 2025
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Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 2 Oct. 2025
Canucks management entered prospect camp and training camp with an open mind about Cootes’ ability to push for a roster spot as an 18-year-old.
—Thomas Drance, New York Times, 30 Sep. 2025
All of that being said, go with an open mind.
—Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 30 Sep. 2025
And as a leader, one of her core principles is always keeping an open mind.
—Preston Fore, Fortune, 11 Sep. 2025
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“Open mind.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/open%20mind. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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