close to home
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resonating deeply with someone's personal experiences, feelings, or beliefs
The exact origin of the idiom "close to home" is not well-documented, but its use in English likely dates back many centuries. It is likely derived from the idea that events or situations that occur physically close to one's home are more likely to have a direct impact on one's life and emotions. Over time, it has been extended to describe situations or experiences that are personally relevant or emotionally significant.
- The movie's portrayal of war was close to home for many veterans in the audience.
- His song about losing a loved one brought tears to my eyes - it was so close to home.
- The story of the refugee's journey hit close to home for me because I have family members who have immigrated to this country.
- The news about the natural disaster hitting that region hit close to home for the residents who had friends and family there.