triggered
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Simply shining blue light onto the mice triggered the same scratching behavior seen during mechanical stimulation, providing strong evidence that these neurons directly produce the itch sensation.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 14, 2026
Shares of Micron Technology, along with those of other memory-chip makers, sank Monday, as a historic decline in rival SK Hynix’s stock in South Korea triggered broad selling in semiconductor stocks on Wall Street.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 13, 2026
Along with downtown residents, the project has triggered opposition from the powerful Service Employee International Union, Local 721, which represents more than 100,000 public sector employees in Southern California.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 13, 2026
It is being stressed the move for Santos, whose arrival is due to be announced early this week, was not triggered by the issues with Ederson.
From BBC ● Jul. 13, 2026
Hunger was triggered by the water but not as bad as before.
From "The Voyage Of The Frog" by Gary Paulsen
