open mind
noun
: a willingness to listen to or accept different ideas or opinions
I know it's different, but try to keep an open mind.
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Reid wasn’t a teacher, but to Holmgren his note-taking and listening were hallmarks of a great student with an open mind.
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Andrew Greif, NBC News, 6 Feb. 2025
Blanchett emphasized how the fund will approach projects with an open mind and let the filmmakers’ voices shine through.
—Sara Merican, Deadline, 1 Feb. 2025
This will likely put a damper on your plans, so keep an open mind.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 1 Feb. 2025
Everyone knows the Nuggets are exploring options, poking around, keeping an open mind.
—Troy Renck, The Denver Post, 30 Jan. 2025
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Andrew Greif, NBC News, 6 Feb. 2025
Blanchett emphasized how the fund will approach projects with an open mind and let the filmmakers’ voices shine through.
—Sara Merican, Deadline, 1 Feb. 2025
This will likely put a damper on your plans, so keep an open mind.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 1 Feb. 2025
Everyone knows the Nuggets are exploring options, poking around, keeping an open mind.
—Troy Renck, The Denver Post, 30 Jan. 2025
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“Open mind.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/open%20mind. Accessed 22 Feb. 2025.
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