Definition of 'strike a chord'

Verb

1. create an emotional response; "The music struck a chord with the listeners"
2. refer to or be relevant or familiar to; "I hope this message hits home!"
      Synonyms: hit home strike home strike a note
3. evoke a reaction, response, or emotion; "this writer strikes a chord with young women"; "The storyteller touched a chord"
      Synonyms: touch a chord

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