prompted

Example Sentences

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Concerns about their welfare were first raised on Wednesday which prompted a search by mountain rescue teams despite "challenging" conditions.

From BBC

The White House didn’t respond to questions about what specifically prompted the ship’s deployment.

From The Wall Street Journal

That reporting prompted a new state law requiring lawyers to turn in colleagues they suspect of misconduct.

From The Wall Street Journal

However, the scenario has prompted a cross section of the typically fractious party to unite behind the belief the field must shrink, whether by candidates’ choice or through pressure.

From Los Angeles Times

But for some creators, the experience has prompted a reassessment.

From BBC