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What does “take your mind off (something)” mean?
Meaning, example sentence and a quick practice question.
B2
To stop yourself thinking about something worrying
“Music takes my mind off things.”
Say it smoothly: “take-your-min-doff”
From the B2 lesson Switching Off (downtime and balance).
Quick check
What does “take your mind off (something)” mean?
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