triggered

Example Sentences

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The remarks were a sharp escalation of a dispute that had already triggered anger in Rome.

From Barron's • Jun. 20, 2026

Calls from the pet’s side are triggered by a specific gesture: three jumps within six seconds.

From Slate • Jun. 20, 2026

Andy Burnham's return to parliamentary politics has automatically triggered an election to find a new mayor for Greater Manchester.

From BBC • Jun. 19, 2026

U.K. central bank says it may yet raise rates to tame inflation triggered by closure of the energy bottleneck.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 19, 2026

“I think you triggered something, too, Max,” Josie said.

From "The School for Whatnots" by Margaret Peterson Haddix