A train of thought

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noun

A series of connected thoughts or ideas that a person thinks one after the other.

She lost her train of thought when the phone rang
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Often appears as...

  • follow a train of thought
  • lose a train of thought
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Maintain Focus

Describes the importance of concentration to keep thoughts sequential without interruptions.

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He closed his office door to maintain his train of thought while writing the report.
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Mental Journey

Represents the progression of one's thinking as if going on a journey, starting from one idea and leading to another.

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Her train of thought began with childhood memories and ended on her college graduation.
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Context Sensitive

Usage often hinges on the context, such as deep conversations or personal reflections.

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During therapy, it's important to explore your train of thought to understand feelings.
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