take to heart
To take something seriously; to internalize or live according to something (e.g. advice.)
Meaning adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
“She took his advice to heart and changed her habits.”
“The coach's words about teamwork really stuck with him, and he took them to heart.”
“Though delivered casually, her grandmother's warning about patience was something she took to heart, shaping how she faced every challenge thereafter.”
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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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all heart
Motivated by positive emotions, especially as productive of exceptionally generous or kind behavior.
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be still my heart
An admonition to oneself to calm down when overly excited, especially in terms of romantic attraction.
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be taken ill
To become ill.
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break someone's heart
To cause a person to feel grief, disappointment, or sadness.
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broken heart
A feeling of grief or loss, especially after a failed romantic relationship.
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change of heart
A change of one's opinion, belief or decision.
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cross my heart
A declaration that the speaker is telling the truth.
Last updated August 10, 2026