trigger
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“There are tantalizing signs that businesses are starting to pull the trigger on new hires,” said Scott Anderson, chief U.S. economist at BMO Capital Markets.
From MarketWatch • May 2, 2026
"You never know what might trigger the next tariff threat," Anthony added in a statement.
From Barron's • May 1, 2026
Sometimes BDCs report detailed financial information about the companies where they have lent money or own equity, if the holdings are significant enough to trigger disclosure requirements.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026
The foundation also wants to adjust that trigger amount annually for inflation and allow deductions of certain revenues, all to reflect the escalating costs of staging a world-class marathon, spokeswoman Meg Treat said.
From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026
The flashpan was the little chamber above the trigger that the hammer brought the flint down onto.
From "Dactyl Hill Squad" by Daniel José Older
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