frame of mind

American  

[fraym uhv mahynd] / ˈfreɪm əv ˈmaɪnd /

idiom

1. a person’s mental or emotional state, often as it relates to how the person feels about or responds to a particular thing.

   At the very least, it'll put you in a better frame of mind to tackle that long to-do list.

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frame of mind More Idioms  

1. Mental or emotional attitude or mood, as in You have to be in the right frame of mind to enjoy hiking in the rain. This idiom was first recorded in 1665.

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Etymology

Origin of frame of mind

First recorded in 1710–20

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Example Sentences

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frame of mind

It is all part of trying to ensure the players are in the best frame of mind to tackle the serious business of chasing World Cup success.

From BBC ● Jun. 26, 2026

The right frame of mind is more important than capital.

From MarketWatch ● May 6, 2026

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

“I do think that families are the most beautiful things in all the world!” burst out Jo, who was in an unusually up-lifted frame of mind just then.

From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott

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