literal-minded
Americanadjective
Etymology
Origin of literal-minded
First recorded in 1865–70
Example Sentences
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"Sensitivity to language is important and necessary, but we've become too literal-minded".
From BBC • Apr. 8, 2024
But ultimately you will have to defer to the parent, even if you think they are being overprotective or too literal-minded.
From Washington Post • Nov. 3, 2022
Well, how else might a literal-minded agent bring about world peace?
From Salon • Aug. 6, 2022
She’s solitary, literal-minded and extremely awkward — all of which contribute to the hilarity of this novel.
From New York Times • Dec. 30, 2021
"The fact is," I said, "no literal-minded man should be trusted with Downing."
From The Friendly Road: New Adventures in Contentment by Grayson, David
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