trigger
Example Sentences
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Several explanations have been proposed for what triggered this dramatic climate reversal.
From Science Daily
Earthquakes at intermediate depths, including the Calama event, were long believed to be triggered mainly by a process known as "dehydration embrittlement."
From Science Daily
"Immediately, the red alarm, which mobilises the fire department, was triggered," Gisler said, adding that firefighters "quickly contained the blaze" while the injured were being treated.
From Barron's
“It will trigger an exodus of capital and innovation from California,” Mr. Spiro last month wrote to the Governor.
A rare Jan. 1 rainstorm drenched Southern California on Thursday, triggering slides and major road closures across the Los Angeles area, as well as swift water rescues on San Diego roadways.
From Los Angeles Times
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