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Set your heart on something

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Strong DesirePlay
Expresses a deep wish or ambition to have or achieve something. SlideOnce she set her heart on becoming a doctor, she studied tirelessly.
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No Casual InterestPlay
Shows commitment, not just a passing interest in something. SlideHe's set his heart on collecting every comic book in the series.
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Emotional InvestmentPlay
Implies strong emotional involvement in pursing a goal. SlideThey set their hearts on adopting a child and poured their feelings into the process.