triggered

[trig-erd] / ˈtrɪg ərd /

VERB

cause to happen

Synonyms

STRONGEST

bring about cause generate produce prompt provoke set off spark start

STRONG

activate elicit

WEAK

give rise to set in motion

Antonyms

STRONGEST

destroy end halt prevent stop

WEAK

block check

Example Sentences

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The book contains a frightening portrait of hyponatremia, which is a low level of sodium in the blood that can be triggered by ingesting too much water—a particular danger during endurance events.

From The Wall Street Journal

The impact ignited global fires, triggered dramatic climate shifts, and wiped out the dinosaurs along with countless other species.

From Science Daily

The heavy rainfall over the past week has triggered flash floods not seen in years.

From BBC

The two Mercedes ran together at the front until a safety car was triggered by the retirement of Lance Stroll's Aston Martin, which stopped in the run-off area at Turn Two.

From BBC

Ten Hag felt it had been triggered by his omission from the England squad in September and the knowledge he would not be going to the World Cup in Qatar.

From BBC