to trigger a strong memory or feeling based on which there can be a mutual interest
to create an emotional response to something or a situation
to have a mutual and common connection (usually emotional)
to be relevant or familiar with something
strike a note; strike the note
touch a chord; touch the chord
touch a note; touch the note
The two immediately struck a note on the basis of the fact that they follow the same faith. This has led to a beautiful marriage and a lifelong companionship.
I usually cannot strike a chord with everybody but knowing that it can lead to some serious business opportunities, I can give it a shot.
This sonnet strikes the notes that immediately bring all those who have been affected by the tsunami in tears.
He and I struck a chord with a tele series that both of us had been following back at the time. We never knew that our relationship could blossom so much in during four years.
I hope that my lecture has struck a note and that you will be able to use at least some lessons in real life outside this university.
He kept looking at her and wondering if there were something that can help him strike a chord and help him talk to her.
That poem touches the chord in all those affected by natural disasters.
Perhaps one day it may strike a note of assent and lead to a change of heart.
Prime Minister sought to strike a note of caution amid the excitement of approving the vaccine against Covid-19.
Buddy’s story has touched a note with so many and has made a lasting impact.
There is no origin for this idiom
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