of sound mind
Americanidiom
Etymology
Origin of of sound mind
First recorded in 1605–15
Example Sentences
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The difficulty is that this decision can only be made while he is still of sound mind.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 1, 2026
This is what we of sound mind and body like to call karma coming a’knockin’.
From Salon ● Aug. 30, 2026
Paul did not think his father sought advice, but said he was of sound mind when he signed over his home, paying £3,500 upfront and £211 per year to UWP.
From BBC ● Jul. 18, 2026
If he does not already have a healthcare proxy or healthcare power of attorney, and your brother is not of sound mind, the courts will appoint one for him.
From MarketWatch ● Feb. 27, 2026
He defined reliable evidence as one would in a court of law: more than one witness, and the witnesses must be of sound mind, not partial or prejudiced.
From "The Invention of Science" by David Wootton
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