B1idiomemotionsIELTS-friendly
have a lot on your mind
USUK
to be worried or busy thinking about many things
A polite explanation for forgetfulness or silence. The possessive follows the person.
In context
Sorry I forgot your birthday; I've had a lot on my mind lately.
She seems quiet because she has a lot on her mind about the move.
Common mistake
Incorrect: a lot in my mind
Correct: a lot on my mind
More idioms about emotions
- a bitter pill to swallowan unpleasant fact or situation that is hard to accept
- a bundle of nervesvery nervous and worried
- a chip on your shouldera lasting anger because you feel you were treated unfairly in the past
- a knot in your stomacha tight, sick feeling in your body caused by worry or fear
- a lump in your throata tight feeling in your throat because you are so moved that you might cry