triggered
Example Sentences
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The probe follows days of public criticism by state and city officials after a series of controversial ICE actions, including a fatal shooting and multiple arrests that triggered protests and national scrutiny.
From Salon
Mr. Kehoe called for “triggered reductions” in the rate, which is a common way to guard against shortfalls.
The protests began in the capital late last month, triggered by a plunge in the country’s currency and economic pain.
They also led to the development of the first experimental drugs designed to shut down the cellular signaling pathway triggered by retinoic acid.
From Science Daily
The contest was triggered after Mike Nesbitt announced he would step down as leader.
From BBC
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