prompted
Example Sentences
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A conversation with Swiss scientist Graham Knott, Ph.D., prompted him to investigate further.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 17, 2026
In May of the same year, gunshots were fired outside the Israeli embassy, which prompted Sweden to boost security around Israeli interests and Jewish community institutions.
From Barron's ● Sep. 16, 2026
The incident that prompted her to quit flying — and turn down more offers to stay aloft — happened in a fixed-wing plane.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 16, 2026
Nicola Ryan-Donnelly, partner at Fletchers Solicitors, which represents 22 of the 23 surviving children, called for the government to launch an independent investigation to address the "grim, voyeuristic culture" that prompted the data breach.
From BBC ● Sep. 16, 2026
“Right about now we generally sing,” Charlie prompted.
From "The Teacher’s Funeral" by Richard Peck
