open mind

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Idioms and Phrases

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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Officers said the cause of the explosion remained unclear and they were keeping an open mind at this early stage in the investigation.

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"We are keeping an open mind as we investigate to establish the facts."

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The force said an investigation had begun into the cause of the blaze, with officers "keeping an open mind".

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But all I say is just keep an open mind.

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We plan to keep doing things like that for the entire campaign and beyond, so just keep an open mind.

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