Zoeken
to strike up
[phrase form: strike]
01
beginnen, aanvatten
to begin something, particularly a conversation or relationship
Transitive: to strike up sth
Example
At the party, he struck up a lively discussion with people from different backgrounds.
The team members struck up a collaboration to work on the project together.
The students struck up a study group to prepare for the upcoming exams.
02
beginnen te spelen, een muziekstuk aanslaan
to begin playing a musical instrument, typically referring to the start of a performance or music session
Transitive: to strike up a piece of music
Example
In the park, a group of friends spontaneously struck up a song around the campfire.
The orchestra struck up a majestic overture to commence the concert.
The DJ suddenly struck up a familiar tune, and the dance floor came to life.
Voorbeeld
At the party, he struck up a lively discussion with people from different backgrounds.
The team members struck up a collaboration to work on the project together.
The students struck up a study group to prepare for the upcoming exams.
The company CEO struck up a partnership with a leading tech firm to enhance their services.
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