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mind over matter

Idiom Mind

Meaning

the use of willpower to overcome physical problems

Example Sentences

"Running that marathon was pure mind over matter."

Related Expressions

learn from mistakes

to improve oneself by understanding and correcting errors

as thick as two short planks

very stupid or slow-witted

keep things bottled up

to not express your emotions or worries

take someone at their word

to trust that someone is telling the truth

Speak the truth and shame the devil

Speak the truth even if it may cause trouble or discomfort.

have a bone to pick

to have a complaint or disagreement with someone