put one's mind to

Also, set one's mind on. Concentrate on or be determined to achieve, as in She's put her mind to improving her test results, or I've set my mind on finding a job I really like. [First half of 1800s]

Words nearby put one's mind to

put one's foot down, put one's foot in it, put one's hand to, put one's head on the block, put one's house in order, put one's mind to, put one's money where one's mouth is, put one's nose out of joint, put one's oar in, put one's shoulder to the wheel, put oneself in someone's place