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frame of mind

[freym uhv mahynd] / ˈfreɪm əv ˈmaɪnd /
NOUN
person's mental attitude
Synonyms
STRONGEST
disposition mindset mood state of mind temperament
WEAK
attitude constitution emotions feelings humor inner nature makeup mentality nature shape spirit spirits standing state temper temporary psychological state tone vein

Example Sentences

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Peaty believes he is in a "very good frame of mind" as he makes his return in London.

From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026

However, the Nottinghamshire batter hopes placing a greater emphasis on fitness and being in the right frame of mind will prevent his international career from ending before he wants it to.

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

But he said he is entering the new season in a positive frame of mind.

From Barron's • Feb. 18, 2026

The stiff-upper-lip approach does come to seem as much about the skaters’ frame of mind as it does public perception about their good-sportsmanship and character.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 29, 2026

She might even be in a generous frame of mind, especially if she had just cast a well-meant, horrible spell.

From "Ella Enchanted" by Gail Carson Levine