strike a chord

Example Sentences

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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

Obama on his knees strikes a chord all too close to the image of Latino Sen. Alex Padilla being taken to the floor by federal authorities a few weeks ago during a news conference.

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

Lee Porter, a labourer and cleaner at the steelworks, has composed a song in support of the Save Scunthorpe Steel campaign - and Trump's rhetoric strikes a chord with him.

From BBC