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prompting

  • present participle
    of prompt.
    prompt
    adjective
    done, performed, delivered, etc., at once or without delay.

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But Temple and his collaborators began questioning whether the underlying mathematics could remain stable, prompting them to investigate other possible explanations for the observed acceleration.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 29, 2026

This is reflected in his campaign’s perhaps oversimplified yard signs, the majority of which carry only two words “Sununu, Senator,” prompting plenty of residents to wonder if he’s deliberately skipping listing his first name.

From Slate ● Oct. 29, 2026

Her year as president on the area council proved contentious, prompting several former colleagues to issue a statement Saturday criticizing her congressional bid.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 27, 2026

However, the deadline has passed without the senator surrendering the passports, prompting speculation he may have left the country.

From BBC ● Oct. 27, 2026

I nod, needing no further prompting as Brother Lekan steps away and the other watching darajas give me space.

From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray