triggered

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This was particularly important in connection with underground activities like excavation and extraction, he said, pointing for instance to quakes triggered by disposal of wastewater from the fracking industry in Texas.

From Barron's • May 11, 2026

The scientists then triggered an IBD-like condition by exposing the tissue to a major inflammatory protein linked to the disease in patients.

From Science Daily • May 9, 2026

The club feel they are in a strong position given Fernandes will be 33 when his contract expires if the option is triggered.

From BBC • May 8, 2026

“I have no idea what happened. But something about that song triggered me. It came out of nowhere.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 7, 2026

Gregor froze every time a pebble moved beneath his foot, thinking he had triggered another rat assault.

From "Gregor the Overlander" by Suzanne Collins