Mind Idioms

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memory like a sieve

Meaning: poor memory

Example: I'm so sorry I forgot your birthday - I've got a memory like a sieve! Read more ➺


not the sharpest tool in the shed

Meaning: Used to describe someone who is not very intelligent or clever.

Example: He forgot his wallet, his phone, and his car keys—he's not the sharpest tool in the shed. Read more ➺


out of sight, out of mind

Meaning: to not stay an active issue when something is not immediately visible

Example: The company's top managers do not consider these government policy changes and important for their strategic planning. It is out of sight, out of mind for them but that is not a good thing in any way. Read more ➺


blow someone’s mind

Meaning: To amaze or astonish someone completely; to cause intense wonder or excitement.

Example: The breathtaking view from the top of the mountain blew my mind; I had never seen anything so beautiful. Read more ➺


out of mind

Meaning: to not be thinking clearly

Example: The gardener was out of his mind to have made such a mess of my beautifully landscaped garden. I am never calling him back. Read more ➺


gut feeling

Meaning: A strong inner sense or instinct about something, without logical proof.

Example: Her gut feeling told her not to sign the contract, even though it seemed profitable. Read more ➺


great minds think alike

Meaning: thoughts of very intelligent people are similar to each other

Example: The two of us had the same idea at the same time. Well, great minds think alike! Read more ➺


take into account

Meaning: To consider something carefully before making a decision.

Example: Before choosing a new apartment, Sarah took into account the distance from her office and the monthly rent. Read more ➺


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