She has set her heart on buying that red car.
set one's heart on
idiomTo desire with intensity and commitment, to earnestly long for.
He had set his heart on studying abroad, so he worked extra hours to save enough money for the trip.
Despite the warnings from her mentors, she had set her heart on pursuing a career in the arts, fully prepared to face the inevitable challenges ahead.
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abound in one's own sense
To follow one’s own inclinations and opinions.
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absence makes the heart grow fonder
One feels more love or affection for those one loves when parted from them.
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ace up one's sleeve
A surprise advantage of which others are not aware.
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act one's age
To behave in a manner appropriate to one's age.
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act one's age, not one's shoe size
Synonym of act one's age (“to behave in a mature manner; to avoid being childish”).
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afraid of one's own shadow
Exceptionally timid.
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air one's dirty laundry in public
To reveal one's sordid secrets to the public.
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air one's dirty linen in public
Synonym of air one's dirty laundry in public.
Last updated July 12, 2026