triggered

[trig-erd] / ˈtrɪg ərd /

VERB

cause to happen

Synonyms

STRONGEST

bring about cause generate produce prompt provoke set off spark start

STRONG

activate elicit

WEAK

give rise to set in motion

Antonyms

STRONGEST

destroy end halt prevent stop

WEAK

block check

Example Sentences

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The decision to end production of the model has been triggered by the vehicle’s disappointing U.S. sales performance, and the removal of the $7,500 U.S.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026

Investors watch oil prices closely as a sudden spike can lead to a recession, he said, but recent trading action highlighted optimism that the energy-supply disruption triggered by the Iran conflict might be short-lived.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 14, 2026

"By disabling Ant2, we triggered a complete shift in how T cells produce and use energy," explains Prof. Berger.

From Science Daily • Apr. 14, 2026

But the uncertainties triggered by the conflict are now likely to leave the Swiss watch industry facing "weak growth" in exports, he said.

From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026

That thought triggered an idea, one that made me leap to my feet.

From "Ready Player One: A Novel" by Ernest Cline