triggered
Americanadjective
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started, set in motion, or released by a specified thing or in a specified way.
I saw an article online about obesity-triggered heart disease.
When any of the cameras detects a motion, the LCD screen displays live video from the triggered camera.
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fired or exploded by pulling a trigger or releasing a triggering device.
One of the triggered missiles blew up in the second level of the building, injuring three people.
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having an intense negative emotional reaction to something, usually something connected with past trauma or a bad experience.
When a stressful social encounter makes me feel triggered and panicky, I try to distance myself from the situation.
Consider using a triggered state, such as anger or anxiety, as a signal to yourself to pause and relax.
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Iranian authorities suspended direct flights between the two near-neighbours on February 28 following the US and Israeli air raids that triggered all-out war.
From Barron's ● Sep. 3, 2026
Kudos appear to be in order to the journalist Pablo Torre, whose podcast triggered the NBA’s investigation.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 3, 2026
Scientists still do not know what triggered the decagon or whether it will remain stable.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 3, 2026
The protests eventually triggered a political crisis that led to Rajoelina's removal from power and the installation of a new administration led by Col Michael Randrianirina.
From BBC ● Sep. 2, 2026
Walter’s release coincided with increased media interest in the death penalty, triggered by the increasing pace of executions.
From "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson
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