triggered

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Mary’s humiliation at the Netherfield Ball was originally what triggered Hadlow’s interest in writing a novel from the perspective of the less-discussed Bennet sister.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 30, 2026

Spain’s Repsol REP 1.96%increase; green up pointing triangle posted a jump in first-quarter profit as its refineries and traders capitalized on disruption to global energy markets triggered by conflict in the Middle East.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026

"I measured quite low, even though my OCD means when I am triggered, I'm cleaning for two to three hours with pure bleach and I'm gasping for air," he said.

From BBC • Apr. 29, 2026

Memory and data storage stocks have been on a tear this year because the AI boom has triggered a surge in demand.

From Barron's • Apr. 29, 2026

The sound triggered a chain reaction across the neighborhood, and soon barks were coming from every direction.

From "Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children" by Ransom Riggs