phrasal verb

Strike up

Rank #2097Letter SInseparable

2Sections

Start (conversation, relationship)

Meanings

  • Start (conversation, relationship) (inseparable, International English)
  • Start performing music (intransitive, International English)

Examples

  • He STRUCK UP a conversation with me in the bar.
  • The band STRUCK UP and everyone turned to listen.
  • I enjoy STRIKE UP WITH my colleagues during lunch.

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