mental state

Example Sentences

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The panel of three judges said the court "does not accept Mr Tarrant's evidence about his mental state."

From Barron's • Apr. 30, 2026

Did you do anything to prepare your mental state as a contestant?

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 28, 2026

“I was in the exact mental state that I wanted to be in,” Vonn said.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026

As Joe's mental state deteriorates and he becomes more exposed and child-like, the camera was physically moved closer to Larkin using longer lenses.

From BBC • Mar. 7, 2026

But the lieutenant had no interest in the inmate’s mental state.

From "Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing" by Ted Conover