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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In our call of the day from Wells Fargo, strategists warn that the easy road for stocks is over, and a sell signal has been triggered for equities, the first in years.

From MarketWatch • May 6, 2026

The jury reached its verdicts after more than 14 hours of deliberations, following a retrial triggered by the first jury failing to reach verdicts on all counts.

From BBC • May 5, 2026

The latest unemployment print for recent college grads is a bit lower than the four-year high of 5.8% jobless rate triggered in April 2025 and then again in September, according to the NY Fed data.

From Barron's • May 5, 2026

His serious spinal injury was triggered by a fall in 2021 that required emergency surgery to prevent paralysis, his manager Theresa Fortier said in a statement at the time.

From Los Angeles Times • May 5, 2026

The security cameras haven't triggered an alarm in time to lock down the stairwell.

From "Legend" by Marie Lu