strike a note

• Exprimer un sentiment, une attitude ou une qualité de manière à susciter une réaction chez les autres ou à produire une impression particulière.

To express a particular feeling, attitude, or quality in a way that resonates with others or creates a specific impression.

1. Express a particular feeling or qualityB2formal

   To express or communicate a particular feeling, idea, or quality, often in a way that is appropriate or effective.

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   • Her speech struck a note of optimism that inspired everyone.
   • The artist's work strikes a note of melancholy.
   • He struck a note of caution in his report.

2. Be reminiscent of somethingB2formal

   To remind someone of something or to be similar to something in tone or style.

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   • The song strikes a note of nostalgia for the 1980s.
   • His comments struck a note that I had heard before.
   • The design strikes a note of classical elegance.