Open your/somebody’s mind to something

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Refers to personal development by considering different views or ways of life.

Studying abroad opened her mind to diverse philosophies.

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It's a metaphor meaning to accept new ideas, not physically opening anything.

Reading science fiction can open your mind to imaginative possibilities.

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Use it to express willingness to understand or discuss new ideas.

I'm curious. Open my mind to your way of thinking.

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