idiom
Strike a Chord
STRYEK a KORD
/straɪk ə kɔːrd/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
STRYEKaKORD
Dictionary meaning
To evoke a strong emotional response or feeling of recognition in someone; to resonate with someone's experiences, emotions, or beliefs.
Examples
- Her speech about immigration struck a chord with the audience.
- The film's themes of loneliness struck a chord with viewers around the world.
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