strike up

verb

(of a band, orchestra, etc) to begin to play or sing
tr to bring about; cause to begin
to strike up a friendship
tr to emboss (patterns, etc) on (metal)

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No moment is too early for a new tight end to strike up a relationship with the star quarterback.

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Abruptly, pipers strike up and soldiers stream by.

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It was Steves who first gave me the confidence to get lost, to strike up conversations, to stand still for a while in one place rather than tickling off landmarks on a list.

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The Saudis made clear that they would follow what they perceive as their interests first and foremost - striking up closer relationships with countries viewed as key rivals to the US, such as Russia and China.

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He said they may fail to strike up connections with their colleagues or acquire certain skills due to the lack of office working.

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strike through strike while the iron is hot

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