triggered

[trig-erd] / ˈtrɪg ərd /

VERB

cause to happen

Synonyms

STRONGEST

bring about cause generate produce prompt provoke set off spark start

STRONG

activate elicit

WEAK

give rise to set in motion

Antonyms

STRONGEST

destroy end halt prevent stop

WEAK

block check

Example Sentences

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The furore has triggered a broader conversation about identity, heritage and support for local textiles.

From Barron's

Although tariffs have not triggered a broad inflation surge, firms have reported higher business costs.

From Barron's

His speech triggered a year of unprecedented transatlantic tension.

From BBC

“The Nancy Guthrie case has triggered some of those feelings in the community, but overall our community is viewing this as a unique situation.”

From The Wall Street Journal

Capgemini was one of the stocks swept up in a global selloff triggered by concerns about the threat posed by AI to a range of sectors including IT, software and data.

From The Wall Street Journal