open mind

Idioms  

1. A mind receptive to different opinions and ideas, as in Her open mind could see merit in the new method. This phrase is often put as keep an open mind, as in The judge cautioned the jury to keep an open mind while hearing the evidence. [First half of 1800s]

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Example Sentences

Sami Mokbel: "The Manchester United striker is a target for Roma but so far no final decision has been about whether the Netherlands international can leave before the end of the season. The forward is keeping an open mind towards his future."

From BBC

It means acknowledging the limits of our knowledge while having an open mind—and focusing not on heated feelings but on the scientific process.

From Slate

As for first impressions, Bellflower High coach Keith Miller, whose freshman son, Austin, might become a national recruit as a tight end, said, “I think winners know what it looks like, what it sounds like. If it walks like a duck, sounds like a duck, it’s a duck. This guy is the real deal. His approach is very impressive. You can tell he’s a young coach with an open mind but strong resolve.”

From Los Angeles Times

“Gen Z has a harder time sticking to a plan … but the kids are really keeping an open mind. It’s harder and harder to do that when you get set in your ways,” Cornell said.

From MarketWatch

Duke’s interim dean of admissions, Kathy Phillips, said the revision aligns with a school initiative to “build skills to engage with complex topics with an open mind and humility.”

From The Wall Street Journal