prompting

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None of his offers succeeded, prompting skepticism about his ability to finance such deals.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

But Iran's embassy to Turkey said a "large" number of managerial and executive staff and others had been denied visas, prompting a furious response.

From Barron's • Jun. 6, 2026

The town’s elected board of commissioners suspended Boaz and later fired him, prompting him to sue the town.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

Three gold bracelets were also taken in the raid, prompting outrage in Romania and raising questions about security for artefacts on loan to other countries.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

When Chris was six, Walt was offered a position at NASA, prompting a move to the nation’s capital.

From "Into the Wild" by Jon Krakauer