How to Use strike up in a Sentence
strike up
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On the green, the group strikes up a classic game of Truth or Dare.
—Erica Gonzales, ELLE, 28 July 2023
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The two struck up a friendship that lasted for 45 years.
—Bruce Haring, Deadline, 16 June 2024
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While the pair met and struck up a friendship in 2018, Blake had been a fan of Webb’s music for years.
—Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 1 Aug. 2023
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Shore struck up a friendship with the girl’s mother, Jill, and learned the ropes herself.
—Joe Lynch, Billboard, 9 Nov. 2023
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The two kept in touch over the last three years, striking up a friendship via Facebook.
—NBC News, 23 June 2023
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The two strike up an unlikely friendship and forge a unique bond over their pasts.
—Erica Gonzales, Harper's BAZAAR, 21 Oct. 2020
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Adams said the threat of thunderstorms wasn’t quite over, because lightning can strike up to 15 miles from the base of a storm.
—Alex Brizee, Idaho Statesman, 29 May 2024
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As Bob worked on the van, a buddy of his struck up a conversation with us.
—The Editors, Field & Stream, 24 Feb. 2020
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For a third time, take action and don’t be scared to strike up a conversation.
—Jason Hennessey, Rolling Stone, 26 Oct. 2022
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Frank falls into a trap on Bill’s property and the two strike up an alliance.
—James Hibberd, The Hollywood Reporter, 29 Jan. 2023
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The movie is built around two strangers who strike up a conversation on a long journey.
—Andy Meek, BGR, 24 Oct. 2022
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In 2012 the pair struck up an email friendship when Saveri emailed for advice on how to format pleadings.
—Kate Knibbs, WIRED, 22 Nov. 2023
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There, at the game, the two struck up a conversation about a book the officer was writing.
—Ashley Vaughan, CNN, 22 Feb. 2020
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The two strike up a friendship and Remus teaches the boy lessons with tales about Brer Rabbit.
—Haley Victory Smith, Washington Examiner, 25 June 2020
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Across 92 tracks, the sonorous amphibians strike up all manner of din: chirps, croaks, barks, chirrups, beeps, honks, buzzes, squawks, blips, whines, and grunts.
—Philip Sherburne, Pitchfork, 6 Nov. 2023
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The duo quickly strike up an affair – despite the fact Katie is due to get married to someone else in two months.
—K.j. Yossman, Variety, 11 Aug. 2022
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And don’t be afraid to chat with a stranger, reconnect with your barista or strike up a conversation at the dog park.
—New York Times, 4 May 2021
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One night, when things get too much, Ste seeks refuge in Jamie’s flat and, sharing a bed, the boys strike up a new relationship.
—Duante Beddingfield, Detroit Free Press, 15 Mar. 2024
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The duo struck up a romance following Nicks' fling with Fleetwood.
—Emily Weaver, Peoplemag, 11 Sep. 2023
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Later, Dani and Flora strike up a conversation at the gravesite of the young child's parents.
—Robyn Merrett, PEOPLE.com, 23 Sep. 2020
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Toh and Adrian struck up a connection and partnered to launch Niyah’s as a food trailer this spring.
—Matt Wake | Mwake@al.com, al, 2 June 2023
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The couple first met in 2003, when Shires was playing fiddle in Billy Joe Shaver’s band and struck up a friendship.
—Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 8 Feb. 2024
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Norovirus, which can strike up to 48 hours after exposure.
—Mike Wehner, BGR, 15 Mar. 2021
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The pair struck up an instant rapport that was likely helped by Styles being a full-on fanboy.
—Liam Hess, Vogue, 2 Aug. 2023
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Here's a cool way to strike up a conversation with your guests: a handmade serving tray.
—Amanda Garrity, Good Housekeeping, 30 Sep. 2022
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Humor is a great way to bond, so someone who gets a laugh out of your creation might be moved to strike up a connection with you.
—Tarot Astrologers, chicagotribune.com, 31 Oct. 2021
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But, after talking to Aaron, Chelsea and Ivan strike up a flirtation and end up kissing.
—Lia Beck, refinery29.com, 22 Sep. 2021
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As the city retreated into the distance, Wenger considered whether to strike up a chat.
—Francesca Street, CNN, 24 Dec. 2021
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As congregants stream out of church, Perez tries to strike up dialogues.
—Los Angeles Times, 8 Nov. 2020
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In fact, a romance or flirtation might strike up with someone.
—Georgia Nicols, The Denver Post, 11 July 2024
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