Meanings
How to pronounce "close to home":
AU
Affecting people close to, or within, one's family circle.
Affecting one personally through deep familiarity.
Example: "to hit close to home"
Example Sentences
1
The news about the earthquake hit close to home as we have friends living in that area.
2
The movie was a heartbreaking story that hit close to home for many audience members.
3
The tragic accident that occurred last night is a stark reminder that danger can be close to home.
4
Her speech about the importance of mental health struck close to home with me.
5
The story in the newspaper was about a local theft and it hit close to home.
