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(noun) an act that sets in motion some course of events |
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Synonyms: induction, initiation |
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Related Words: causation, causing, fomentation, instigation, mounting |
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(verb) pull the trigger on; "Trigger a weapon" |
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(verb) release a trigger; "trigger a gun" |
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Related Words: let go, let go of, release |
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(noun) activates the firing mechanism of a gun |
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Synonyms: gun trigger |
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Related Words: hair trigger, lever |
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(verb) actuate; "trigger a reaction" |
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Synonyms: activate, actuate, set off, spark, spark off, touch off, trigger off, trip |
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Related Words: initiate, pioneer |
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