wandering mind
Frequency: 6.58.2 per million words
Describes a mind that is not focused or attentive.
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- During the lecture, his wandering mind drifted to what he'd have for dinner.
- Meditation helps to calm a wandering mind and improve focus.
- She often struggled with a wandering mind when trying to read complex texts.
- A creative person sometimes has a wandering mind, full of new ideas.
- Despite her efforts, her wandering mind kept replaying yesterday's conversation.
- The teacher noticed his wandering mind and asked him a direct question.
- Having a wandering mind can make it difficult to concentrate on tasks.
- He found it hard to fall asleep with his wandering mind racing through thoughts.
- To combat a wandering mind, some people practice mindfulness exercises.
- Even the most disciplined individuals can experience a wandering mind from time to time.