Meanings
Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see hit, too, close, to, home.
To occur too close for comfort; to happen dangerously or uncomfortably near.
To be relatable in a negative way; to cause negative emotions by being similar or reminding; to be uncomfortably alike one's personal negative experiences.
Example Sentences
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The movie portrayed a dysfunctional family that hit too close to home for me.
2
The article about addiction hit too close to home for many readers.
3
When my friend made a joke about my recent breakup, it hit too close to home.
4
After witnessing a car accident, driving became a fear that hit too close to home.
5
The documentary about poverty in our city hit too close to home for some viewers.
