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

Increased returns are a profit-killer for retailers, prompting some to double restocking fees or adjust inventory for smaller sizes.

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

Dr. Medina’s entire menagerie of animals—dogs, cats, snakes, a wild-eyed goat, even a quartet of guinea pigs—launched coordinated attacks at her prompting.

From "The Last Last-Day-of-Summer" by Lamar Giles