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chord

[kawrd] / kɔrd /




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Appealing to a client’s concern for their spouse or partner can also strike a chord.

From MarketWatch Aug. 18, 2026

Their moves have struck a chord with many in Italy -- whose population is the oldest in the European Union.

From Barron's Aug. 13, 2026

The record concludes with “Tyrants of the Mellow Moon,” a final ode to AutoTune with a circular chord production and unusual synth textures.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 28, 2026

Watts said that her video "clearly struck a chord with people" - including therapists posting comments about coping mechanisms - and that she wanted to help others deal with climate anxiety.

From BBC Jul. 24, 2026

A C sharp major chord means something different in the key of D than a D flat major chord does.

From "Understanding Basic Music Theory" by Catherine Schmidt-Jones and Russel Jones




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