as in attitude
a particular way of thinking
politicians trying to understand the mind-set of voters She had the mind-set of a champion.
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Recent Examples of mind-set
Biglari’s vision for Steak ‘n Shake was to revitalize the ailing brand by implementing tighter cost controls, improved service, and a more entrepreneurial mindset.
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Lily Mae Lazarus, Fortune, 18 Sep. 2025
Both understood the mindset and rigorous training schedules that come with big-time sports.
—Randy Myers, Mercury News, 17 Sep. 2025
An expert called by Bixby's lawyers said the isolation of prison has only made his beliefs more delusional and that Bixby is stuck in his mindset.
—Landon Mion, FOXNews.com, 17 Sep. 2025
More Getty Images Now, just nine days out from the Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black, the two-time major winner is opening up about how fatherhood and time away from the grind have shifted his mindset.
—Devlina Sarkar, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Sep. 2025
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Lily Mae Lazarus, Fortune, 18 Sep. 2025
Both understood the mindset and rigorous training schedules that come with big-time sports.
—Randy Myers, Mercury News, 17 Sep. 2025
An expert called by Bixby's lawyers said the isolation of prison has only made his beliefs more delusional and that Bixby is stuck in his mindset.
—Landon Mion, FOXNews.com, 17 Sep. 2025
More Getty Images Now, just nine days out from the Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black, the two-time major winner is opening up about how fatherhood and time away from the grind have shifted his mindset.
—Devlina Sarkar, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mind-set
Noun
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Our attitude influences others.—
Jonathan Carone,
Parents,
4 Oct. 2025
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Therefore, his win-now, impress-now attitude probably should come as no surprise.—
Shaun Goodwin,
Idaho Statesman,
3 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Most of the footage was filmed by astronauts, with Wang’s perspective guiding the story.—
Marcelo Cajueiro,
Variety,
4 Oct. 2025
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From a business perspective, the deal seems to make sense.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
4 Oct. 2025
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“Mind-set.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mind-set. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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