- present participle of trigger.
triggering
Example Sentences
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It has also resumed strikes on the energy grid, triggering power cuts in a repeat of attacks that last winter knocked out heating and power for days as temperatures hit -20C.
From Barron's ● Oct. 8, 2026
The incident has revived tensions over the U.S. military presence on the Japanese island, triggering small street protests and drawing a diplomatic rebuke from Tokyo.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 7, 2026
Qualified ahead of Cadillac team-mate Perez but admitted his decision to run slicks was a risk before spinning into the gravel on lap nine and triggering the first safety car.
From BBC ● Oct. 4, 2026
In effect, the measure would allow the governor and the Legislature to put more money into budget reserves, creating another option to avoid triggering rebates.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 1, 2026
He’s being treated only by strangers, natives of 13 — no one from home or the Capitol has been allowed to see him — to keep any dangerous memories from triggering.
From "Mockingjay" by Suzanne Collins
