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prompted

[promp-tid] / ˈprɒmp tɪd /
ADJECTIVE
reminded
Synonyms
STRONG
advised cautioned forewarned notified prodded
WEAK
made aware
ADJECTIVE
suggested
Synonyms
STRONGEST
advised implied proposed recommended
STRONG
advanced advocated counseled hinted indicated offered propounded reminded
ADJECTIVE
urged
Synonyms
STRONG
adjured advised allured asked begged charged coaxed coerced commanded desired exhorted forced implored influenced lured motivated moved requested solicited wheedled
Antonyms
WEAK
condemned opposed prohibited

Example Sentences

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So what prompted the retreat to the sidelines?

From Barron's • Apr. 17, 2026

As such, it doesn’t need to respond to market mood swings such as those prompted by worries over AI-led disruption, Chief Executive Melanie Perkins said Wednesday.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

The triple whammy of these events should have prompted a sustainable selloff in corporate bonds as investors would move into safer assets.

From Barron's • Apr. 15, 2026

No one has been injured, but the blaze continues to burn and has prompted warnings about air quality in the area.

From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026

"Greg," Remy prompted, put his hand on Gregory's back.

From "Look Both Ways" by Jason Reynolds