English Vocabulary

  have a mind like a steel trap (have a very quick and understanding mind) Daniel has a mind like a steel trap; he can memorize most things easily. You need to have a mind like a steel trap to do this kind of work. envocabulary.com

  have half a mind to (to think about doing something) You have been rude to me, kid, and I have half a mind to report you to your parents! I’ve got half a mind to come with you to the party tonight. envocabulary.com

  have a mind to (intend or want to) I have a good mind to tell your father that you have been truant twice this week. He who has a mind to beat his dog will easily find a stick. envocabulary.com

  have a closed mind (to be unwilling to consider new ideas or opinions) David seems to have a closed mind, and he is not flexible about most things. It is very hard to argue with Jane. She has a closed mind. envocabulary.com

  break with (separate yourself from) He decided to break with some friends. (give up, not continue doing something) It’s very difficult to break with old habits, but not impossible. I decided to break with tradition and not celebrate Christmas. envocabulary.com