Meanings
How to pronounce "hit home":
AU
To be especially memorable, meaningful, or significant; to be fully understood, believed or appreciated.
Example: "Do you think the message really hit home with him?"
Example: "Baked goodies can really hit home with a crowd."
To strike its target with damaging effect.
Example Sentences
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Her words hit home and made me realize how selfish I had been.
2
Seeing the devastation caused by the hurricane really hit home for me.
3
His story about struggling with addiction hit home with many of the audience members.
4
The movie's powerful message about discrimination really hit home with viewers.
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After losing my job, the importance of saving money has hit home.