presence of mind

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Noun presence of mind has 1 sense

presence of mind - self-control in a crisis; ability to say or do the right thing in an emergency
--₁ is a kind of self-control, self-possession, possession, willpower, self-command, self-will

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Presence of Mind

Description:

Presence of mind refers to the ability to think quickly and calmly in difficult or unexpected situations. It implies being aware of one's surroundings, making rational decisions, and taking appropriate actions under pressure.

Senses:

Noun: The ability to stay composed and act decisively in challenging situations.
Noun: Mental clarity and attentiveness.

Usage:

Sense 1 (Noun):

Example 1: In moments of crisis, her presence of mind allowed her to save a drowning child.

Example 2: The firefighter's presence of mind kept him calm while rescuing people from the burning building.

Sense 2 (Noun):

Example 1: The surgeon's presence of mind during the complex operation ensured that everything went smoothly.

Example 2: The athlete's presence of mind enabled him to make split-second decisions during the race.

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