have (one's) mind on other things

have (one's) mind on other things

To be distracted or unable to focus. Could you repeat that? I'm sorry, I just have my mind on other things right now. Betsy's getting married on Friday, so don't go to her with any work questions—she obviously has her mind on other things. What, do you have your mind on other things? Come on, this is important!

See also: have, mind, on, other, thing

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have your ˌmind on other ˈthings

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your ˌmind is on other ˈthings

not give somebody/something your full attention because you are thinking about something else: ‘He’s made a few mistakes today. What’s the matter with him?’ ‘He’s got his mind on other things. Family problems mainly.’

See also: have, mind, on, other, thing

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