triggers

verb as in cause to happen

Strongest matches

bring about
cause
generate
produce
prompt
provoke
set off
spark
start

Strong matches

activate
elicit

Weak matches

give rise to
set in motion

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Example Sentences

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This inclination appears to be especially true for conservatives, because a fear of death triggers worries about a changing world, and a lack of control.

From Salon

Rather than pressing man to man, United attempt to press based on certain triggers.

From BBC

Who knew guns with hair triggers could be so shockingly lethal in elevators?

From Los Angeles Times

The spark becomes a flame, and within seconds, a satellite dish swirling overhead picks up on the anomaly and triggers an alarm.

From Los Angeles Times

Could this be the first time in history a social media spat triggers nuclear escalation?

From BBC

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