of sound mind
Americanidiom
Etymology
Origin of of sound mind
First recorded in 1605–15
Example Sentences
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If she is still of sound mind, she can amend her will and nominate someone else.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 28, 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 your friend’s mother has signed legal documents, she must have been of sound mind at the time and done so without undue influence.
From MarketWatch ● May 25, 2026
While she was of sound mind, she had physical ailments that kept her from walking very far — suggesting she didn’t leave on her own.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 3, 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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