Grammar fix
spring to mind
occur immediately
To come into your thoughts quickly and naturally.
How oftenCommon
LevelB2
Used inSpeech & writing
Hear it in context
Notice where the phrase sounds natural.
The first example that springs to mind is the small café near my old flat.
The first thing that springs to mind is the night market, because it is such a lively part of my city.
Fix the pattern
One small grammar move makes it sound right.
Not: The first example that jumps on my mind is recycling.
Say: The first example that springs to mind is recycling.
Use 'spring to mind' or 'come to mind', not 'jump on my mind'.
Don't confuse it
Other ways to say it
An idea suddenly enters your thoughts
How suddenUnmarkedVividly sudden
come to mindA thought or memory occurs without a deliberate search.
spring to mindYou're here · A thought or example occurs immediately and readily.
pop into your headInformally describe a thought appearing suddenly and unexpectedly.