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frame of mind

[freym uhv mahynd] / ˈfreɪm əv ˈmaɪnd /
NOUN
person's mental attitude
Synonyms
STRONGEST
disposition mindset mood state of mind temperament
WEAK
attitude constitution emotions feelings humor inner nature makeup mentality nature shape spirit spirits standing state temper temporary psychological state tone vein

Example Sentences

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But he said he is entering the new season in a positive frame of mind.

From Barron's • Feb. 18, 2026

That when in the right frame of mind, the listener can tune in to the spiritual messages stones are sending.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 16, 2026

But after a day or two to reflect, he had settled into a more zen frame of mind.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 19, 2025

Nevertheless, Raducanu will head to the French Open in a positive frame of mind.

From BBC • May 12, 2025

After a long day on a difficult gallery, I wasn’t in the right frame of mind to go through that again.

From "Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing" by Ted Conover