prompting

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A rare strain of Ebola virus likely caused 80 deaths in Congo and Uganda, prompting the World Health Organization to declare a public health emergency.

From MarketWatch • May 17, 2026

Flames also spread to nearby vehicles, prompting firefighters and rescue crews to be dispatched.

From BBC • May 16, 2026

Other physicians have described similar denials or reported insurers denying continuation of treatment, prompting some to publicly petition insurance companies.

From Salon • May 15, 2026

Private credit is growing rapidly in the EU, prompting calls for increased oversight from European Central Bank officials.

From Barron's • May 14, 2026

Someone gets up to leave, prompting others to leave.

From "Hunger of Memory" by Richard Rodriguez