
Come/spring to mind
Immediate Thoughts
Use when an idea or thought appears in your mind without delay or effort.

Ask me about great scientists, and Einstein immediately comes to mind.
Spontaneous Recall
Use to express a thought that is unexpected or unplanned.

When the song played, memories of high school suddenly came to mind.
Emotional Connection
Often implies a personal, emotional link to the thought or memory.

Hearing her laugh, happier times come to mind.
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