keep an open mind

Meaning: To be willing to listen to and consider all sides of an issue; not to have made up one's mind in advance.

Example: “Try the dish first and keep an open mind.”

Origin: Open-minded and closed-minded generally refer to a person's overall outlook or approach, whereas keep an open mind is used to describe one's approach to one particular situation or topic.

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