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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

It is a great way to put myself into a frame of mind to go to bed, especially if I’ve done a show or watched a movie.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 6, 2026

"It has to be a given, because if you don't show up with that frame of mind you're on the backward step straight away," he added.

From BBC • Nov. 20, 2025

In many ways, this frame of mind persisted, animating Updike’s astonishingly prolific literary career.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 10, 2025

And, to be honest with you, the very life he has led has created in him a frame of mind which makes him expect much less of this Court than you will ever know.

From "Native Son" by Richard Wright