prompted
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The company, G3 Enterprises, said the challenges faced by the broader wine industry — declining consumer demand, inflation, rising expenses and increased competition — prompted the cuts.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 14, 2026
A drone flying toward the Lithuanian capital Vilnius the following day prompted air-raid alerts in the city.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 14, 2026
The allegations against Ambassador Bruno Foucher, which refer to events said to have happened between January 2024 and March this year, prompted investigations by France's foreign ministry into a potential security breach.
From BBC ● Aug. 13, 2026
But concerns about conditions on the Lincoln have prompted lawmakers to demand answers from Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth, who insists the situation has been "misrepresented."
From Barron's ● Aug. 13, 2026
She thought back to the time before lull, and the onslaught of nightmares that had prompted Great Ellen to start brewing it for her.
From "Strange the Dreamer" by Laini Taylor
