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strike a chord

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1. strike a chord - Verb

2. strike a chord - Phrase

Meaning

refer to or be relevant or familiar to

create an emotional response

evoke a reaction, response, or emotion

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I hope this message hits home! Source: Internet

The music struck a chord with the listeners Source: Internet

this writer strikes a chord with young women Source: Internet

The storyteller touched a chord Source: Internet

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