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presence of mind
Definition of PRESENCE OF MIND
: self-control so maintained in an emergency or in an embarrassing situation that one can say or do the right thing
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First Known Use of PRESENCE OF MIND
1665
Rhymes with PRESENCE OF MIND
PRESENCE OF MIND Defined for Kids
presence of mind
noun
Definition of PRESENCE OF MIND for Kids
: ability to think clearly and act quickly in an emergency
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