activate
Example Sentences
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AI systems can harbor sleeper agents, trained to behave perfectly under evaluation and activate under specific conditions without detection.
The rare gene that allowed a select few to Glitch couldn’t be activated at will.
From Literature
By invoking constitutional mechanisms and activating the temporary governing arrangement, authorities aim to signal that the system remains intact despite the loss of its apex figure.
From BBC
The material activates two separate chemical reactions once inside a tumor cell, overwhelming it with oxidative stress while leaving surrounding healthy tissue unharmed.
From Science Daily
He posted two videos on Instagram saying he heard "some pretty loud bangs going off" as anti-missile defences were activated.
From BBC
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