Example Sentences

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Over time, it has become clear that “there’s not a magical threshold” of government debt that will trigger higher borrowing costs, said Joe Davis, global chief economist at Vanguard.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

If the price of oil hits $150 a barrel it will trigger a global recession, the boss of US financial giant BlackRock has told the BBC.

From BBC • Mar. 24, 2026

Investors fear the continuing conflict will trigger a prolonged oil rally, potentially driving up inflation and recession threats.

From Barron's • Mar. 17, 2026

As to the potential ripple effects: It’s unlikely that this will trigger alerts at other banks.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 3, 2026

For any true stickler, you see, the sight of the plural word “Book’s” with an apostrophe in it will trigger a ghastly private emotional process similar to the stages of bereavement, though gready accelerated.

From "Eats, Shoots & Leaves" by Author