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pull at heartstrings

Idiom Advertising

Meaning

to evoke strong emotions, usually sympathy or sadness, in an audience

Example Sentences

"The charity’s commercial really pulls at the heartstrings."

Related Expressions

a storybook ending

a perfect or happy ending, like in a fairy tale

burst with energy

to have a lot of energy and enthusiasm

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someone who talks too much or reveals secrets

Wing it

To do something without preparation.

You can do it

Have confidence; believe in your ability.

light bulb moment

a sudden realization or new idea