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strike home

/straɪk hoʊm/

Tradução: Causar forte impacto emocional ou ser compreendido de forma clara e eficaz; geralmente se refere a um comentário ou crítica que atinge o alvo.

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/straɪk hoʊm/C1formal
  • ptCausar forte impacto emocional ou ser compreendido de forma clara e eficaz; geralmente se refere a um comentário ou crítica que atinge o alvo.

To have a strong emotional impact or to be understood clearly and effectively, often referring to a comment or criticism that hits the target.

  1. To have a strong emotional impactB2informal

    To affect someone deeply or make them understand something in a powerful way.

    ptTocar no fundo da alma

    • Her words struck home and made him realize his mistake.
    • The documentary about poverty really struck home with the audience.
    • His criticism struck home because it was so accurate.
  2. To hit a target accuratelyB2informal

    To hit something exactly where intended, often used figuratively.

    ptAcertar o alvo

    • The arrow struck home, hitting the bullseye.
    • His argument struck home during the debate.
    • The punch struck home and knocked him down.