presence of mind
noun/ˌprezns əv ˈmaɪnd/
/ˌprezns əv ˈmaɪnd/
[uncountable]- the ability to react quickly and stay calm in a difficult or dangerous situation
- The boy had the presence of mind to turn off the gas.
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