prompted

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His exit prompted a domino-effect of other resignations and backlash that ultimately led to Altman’s reinstatement five days later, a period employees now call “the blip.”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 30, 2026

The influx of private money has prompted concerns from some within the LAPD, and from experts who say similar contributions are being made to police departments around the country.

From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026

Sen. Elizabeth Warren wants Bilt to explain what prompted the eruption of payment snafus after a revamp of the company’s rewards-for-rent card.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

A severe shortage in social homes, an increase in homelessness and rising property costs prompted the Scottish government to declare a national housing emergency in 2024.

From BBC • May 27, 2026

Eventually, the film prompted many viewers to give money to help the Lost Boys still in Africa.

From "Lost Boy, Lost Girl" by John Bul Dau