prompted

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A customs court in 1974 ruled that tariff unlawful, which prompted Congress to enact Section 122.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026

It was the mere presentation of the plan that prompted White House officials to declare that the two sides are close to making a peace deal.

From Slate • May 7, 2026

That has prompted talk that the Preakness — which has been run 14 days after the Derby since 1950 — and Belmont could be moved back to allow horses more time between races.

From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026

The story created a sensation in Romania but prompted a team of suspicious journalists there to start asking questions.

From BBC • May 6, 2026

Penelope wondered if it was a desire for secrecy that had prompted Miss Mortimer’s choice of restaurant, and not just an appreciation for ferns—but she did not have to wonder for long.

From "The Hidden Gallery" by Maryrose Wood