strike up

verb

1. (of a band, orchestra, etc) to begin to play or sing

2. (tr) to bring about; cause to begin

   to strike up a friendship

3. (tr) to emboss (patterns, etc) on (metal)

Example Sentences

We strike up a conversation about a Tom Petty book.

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The two strike up a conversation, and Matthew is inducted into Oliver’s inner circle almost overnight.

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We go somewhere, maybe a crowded house party or a flea market, and someone strikes up a conversation.

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“Baywatch” icon Anderson and “Taken” star Neeson are in a “budding romance in the early stages” after striking up a connection on their upcoming cop comedy, according to People.

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I decided to station myself in front of a martini and strike up friendly chats with fellow guests sitting nearby.

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