trigger

Example Sentences

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Today, excess abdominal fat is a major risk factor because it can trigger chronic inflammation that damages arteries, cardiac tissue and kidneys, he said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

But Russell obviously managed to trigger the limit anyway.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

“Historically, when both the NDX and SPX trigger a bearish outside week at the same time, weakness is likely to persist over the following two weeks but with mixed yet clustered results,” said Citi.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026

A breakout above the $16 trigger on February 21 sparked a sharp rally, which ultimately stalled after a bearish island reversal on April 14, accompanied by a 4% gap lower.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

My pearls, my belts, my cardigans, my off-the-rack dresses from J.Crew, my apparently brave choice of white for an inaugural gown—all seemed to trigger a slew of opinions and instant feedback.

From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama