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Meaning of the word "tug at somebody's heartstrings" in English

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tug at somebody's heartstrings

US /tʌɡ æt ˈsʌm.bə.diz ˈhɑːrt.strɪŋz/
UK /tʌɡ æt ˈsʌm.bə.diz ˈhɑːrt.strɪŋz/
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Idiom

1.

to cause strong feelings of love or sympathy in someone

Example:
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The story of the lost puppy really tugged at my heartstrings.
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Her sad eyes always tug at his heartstrings.
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