Tear/tug/pull at/on (one's)/the heartstrings American British verb phrase
To arouse great sentiments of compassion or affection
The film "Old Father" tugs viewers' heartstrings with a meaningful message about family.
When I hear this song about my hometown, it always tugs at my heartstrings, especially for expats like me.
The story my mom told to me pulls on my heartstrings. Hence, I have a deep insight into the kids' life in slums.
1. If you say that you are soft on someone, you mean that you have a strong feeling of romantic attraction to someone.
2. If you say that you are soft on someone or something, you mean that you are overly lenient and unwilling to chastise.
The verb "tear/tug/pull" should be conjugated according to its tense.
The inexplicable or concealed place or state indicates the afterlife.
I'm very sorry for your dad. He's beyond the veil.