strike up

US /straɪk ʌp/
UK /straɪk ʌp/
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1.

搭讪, 建立

to start a conversation or relationship with someone

:
He always tries to strike up a conversation with strangers.
他总是试图和陌生人搭讪
They struck up a friendship during their trip.
他们在旅行中建立了友谊。
2.

奏起, 开始演奏

to start playing music

:
The band struck up a lively tune.
乐队奏起了一支欢快的曲子。
As soon as the clock struck noon, the bells struck up.
时钟一敲响正午,钟声就响起来了