- present participle of prompt.
prompting
Example Sentences
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Mounting investments to drive its media push have squeezed margins, prompting shareholders to argue that a buyout could insulate Mattel from volatile quarterly earnings releases, or immediately connect its brands to an established distribution flywheel.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 5, 2026
Reduced TET enzyme activity is a common feature in some blood cancers, prompting researchers to investigate whether vitamin C supplements might benefit people at risk of developing these diseases.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 3, 2026
Ethiopia also expelled an Egyptian diplomat without explanation, prompting a reciprocal move by Cairo.
From Barron's ● Oct. 2, 2026
Opponents say the proposition’s vague wording could result in vital services being excluded from the list of program expenses permitted in the 90% of revenues, prompting clinics to cut programs to avoid financial penalties.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 1, 2026
“Which is exactly what someone who lives in Washington Heights would say,” he said, prompting an irritated shush from Mr. Sayegh.
From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny
