capture the heart of (someone)

capture the heart of (someone)

To gain the love, affection, or admiration of someone. To get into a school like that, you really need to write a powerful essay that captures the heart of the admissions recruiter. The rising star has already captured the hearts of fans across the country as her career continues its meteoric rise. Listen, you have to capture the heart of the nation if you want people to turn out at the polls for you.

See also: capture, heart, of

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