spring to mind

Frequency: 7.616.5 per million words

To come into one's mind suddenly.

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Examples (10)

  • I'm sure someone can help you, but no one immediately springs to mind.
  • When asked for examples of courage, several historical figures sprang to mind.
  • No particular solution springs to mind at the moment.
  • The name of the suspect didn't spring to mind when the police asked.
  • What's the first thing that springs to mind when you think of innovation?
  • A few ideas have already sprung to mind for the project.
  • His face immediately sprang to mind when I heard the news.
  • I tried to recall her name, but it wouldn't spring to mind.
  • Only one person springs to mind who could solve this complex problem.
  • Does anything specific spring to mind that could cause such an error?