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strike a chord

Idioms  

  1. Trigger a feeling or memory, as in That poem strikes a chord in all those touched by the Holocaust. This term alludes to striking the strings or keys of a musical instrument. [First half of 1800s] Also see strike the right note.

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Takaichi is striking a chord with younger voters in particular, who say they respect her outsider status and straight-talking, decisive style.

From The Wall Street Journal

In a country that continues to grapple with high levels of poverty despite plentiful natural resources – including the world's largest reserves of bauxite, which is used to make aluminium - this idea strikes a chord.

From BBC

Despite the surplus of videos in his closet, Rose observes that he only invests in films that strike a chord with him, ones he plans to revisit.

From Los Angeles Times

The horse’s struggles strike a chord with Japan’s fondness for the determined underdog.

From Los Angeles Times

Francis' story will strike a chord with football fans right around the country, how their side was their first love, staying in their hearts their entire lives.

From BBC

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