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as in brain
the part of a person that feels, thinks, perceives, wills, and especially reasons
scientists still disagree about exactly where the mind is located
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as in sanity
the normal or healthy condition of the mental abilities
everyone used to tease him and tell him he was out of his mind when he swore he'd seen a flying saucer
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as in opinion
an idea that is believed to be true or valid without positive knowledge
please speak your mind freely on this matter
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as in memory
the power or process of recalling what has been previously learned or experienced
call to mind the events of last year
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as in to remember
chiefly dialect
to bring back to mind
I seem to mind such a tale from way back
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as in to obey
to act according to the commands of
tell the children to mind the babysitter
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as in to notice
to be cautious of or on guard against
mind the slippery steps
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as in to care
to have an interest or concern for
don't mind him; he's always complaining
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as in to watch
to take charge of especially on behalf of another
the salesperson will mind the store while the manager goes out to lunch
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as in to note
to take notice of and be guided by
mind the instructions that appear at the top of the first page of the exam
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Recent Examples of mind
Eric Zillmer,
Scientific American,
26 June 2026
The characters have a unique look in each and every mind’s eye.
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Literary Hub,
26 June 2026
Emma Hall,
Sacbee.com,
26 June 2026
Common sense in soccer has been to keep your eyes on the ball, but new research suggests that the winner will also mind-wander and look away from the action.
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Eric Zillmer,
Scientific American,
26 June 2026
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And new neuroimaging evidence suggests that in moments of mind-wandering, the brain is not at rest at all.
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Eric Zillmer,
Scientific American,
26 June 2026
The characters have a unique look in each and every mind’s eye.
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Literary Hub,
26 June 2026
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As Chaussé greeted dozens of friends and community members, one word came to mind to describe the day—terrific.
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Emma Hall,
Sacbee.com,
26 June 2026
Common sense in soccer has been to keep your eyes on the ball, but new research suggests that the winner will also mind-wander and look away from the action.
—
Eric Zillmer,
Scientific American,
26 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mind
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Lecture topics range from anxiety, stress and depression to mindfulness and brain health.
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The blasts of noise and oregano at Kafeneion, a restaurant above a wine bar in a building across from the city’s Victorian-era Parliament House, ricocheted my brain to my one trip to Athens a dozen years earlier.
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Make room for summer fun—and keep your sanity—with this quick list of things to toss from your kids’ rooms before school’s out and chaos sets in.
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Your time, money and sanity are too precious to waste.
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Which apparently disqualifies them from having an opinion about a movie or casting decision.
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Aquarius January 20 – February 18 When opinions clash, lead with practical care.
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The collaboration pairs one of the most recognizable music artists of the last decade with a menu item designed to bring back familiar memories from Fetty Wap’s biggest era, while also celebrating his influence on pop culture and music.
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The 2026 class has been considered one of the deepest and most talented in recent memory, headlined by a quartet of generational one-and-dones as well as explosive guards and elite veteran forwards.
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Handle power dynamics well by stating needs and listening for fears beneath reactions.
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Well, listen, Marc, I’d like to get your take on this housing bill.
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Just remember, tents do not offer protection from lightning.
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And remember, your legacy is in those who remember you.
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Ser Freddryk is conflicted, but ultimately obeys.
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There is a consequence to not obeying the science of immunization.
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Rest, review, and notice what keeps repeating in your mind.
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Some of you may notice that income streams are shifting, checks are being delayed or there are confusing charges on your accounts.
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“Mind.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mind. Accessed 30 Jun. 2026.
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