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of sound mind

American  
[uhv sound mahynd] / əv ˈsaʊnd ˈmaɪnd /

idiom

  1. capable of rational thought and decision making, unimpaired by mental illness, drugs, dementia, etc.; compos mentis.


Etymology

Origin of of sound mind

First recorded in 1605–15

Example Sentences

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If he does not already have a healthcare proxy or healthcare power of attorney, and your brother is not of sound mind, the courts will appoint one for him.

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Although Nancy Guthrie is of sound mind, family have said she has physical ailments and uses a pacemaker.

From Los Angeles Times

Although Guthrie is of sound mind, family have said she has physical ailments.

From Los Angeles Times

While she is of sound mind without cognitive issues, Guthrie does have physical ailments that keep her from walking far, officials said.

From Los Angeles Times

Although she is of sound mind, Guthrie has physical ailments that keep her from walking very far and needs to take a daily medication that she appears to be without.

From Los Angeles Times