triggering
Example Sentences
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Another worry is that any effort to cap Treasury yields could backfire by triggering a selloff in corporate bonds.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 19, 2026
Insiders at the biggest social media companies have previously told me how posts triggering a strong reaction are more likely to go viral.
From BBC ● Aug. 14, 2026
It’s believed they’ve since left the area, triggering Shadow’s “summer vacation,” when eagles visit the nest only occasionally, the nonprofit said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 14, 2026
So-called panic scams can work by triggering stress responses that shift victims into fight-or-flight, clouding rational thought, according to cybersecurity experts.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 13, 2026
“In fact, I’m surprised they’ve kept it going so long. The Capitol will adjust by deactivating specific pods and then manually triggering them when their targets come in range.”
From "Mockingjay" by Suzanne Collins
