prompting

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Fans were treated to a pop-up gig that was teased by Sheeran the night before on Instagram, prompting hundreds of people to gather to hear the singer from Framlingham, Suffolk.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

The VIX could rise above 25, prompting investors to prepare watch lists for buying opportunities in volatile segments like semiconductors.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

Eurozone inflation accelerated to 3.2% in May, with core inflation rising to 2.5%, likely prompting the ECB to raise its forecast Thursday.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

A brush fire ignited inside Camp Pendleton on Wednesday morning, threatening structures and prompting an evacuation order for the base’s golf course and evacuation warnings in nearby areas of Oceanside, authorities said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

Without prompting, Jerry told the story of how he had come to be arrested.

From "Zeitoun" by Dave Eggers