Close to home

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adverbial phrase

Relating to a situation or event that has a strong emotional effect because it is related to your own life.

This story of child abuse hits close to home because I've experienced it.
Visual representation of "close to home" - Relating to a situation or event that has a strong emotional effect because it is related to your own life.

Often appears as...

  • hits close to home
  • feels close to home

Usage tips

Idiomatic

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Emotional Impact

Use when something affects you deeply because it's similar to your experience.

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That movie about adoption really hit close to home for me.
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Empathy Trigger

Emphasizes understanding others' feelings due to shared experiences.

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When she spoke about losing her job, it felt close to home.
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Personal Relevance

Indicates a personal connection to a broader issue or event.

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The city's issues with pollution strike close to home for local residents.
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