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I . trigger [ˈtrɪgəɐ, Am -ɚ] N

2. trigger (precipitating incident):

trigger
причи́на f
trigger
инициа́тор m

II . trigger [ˈtrɪgəɐ, Am -ɚ] VB trans

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trigger finger N

trigger-happy ADJ pej

Usage examples with trigger

to pull the trigger
спусти́ть куро́к
to trigger an allergy
вызыва́ть аллерги́ю
to trigger sth (off) [or to trigger (off) sth]
вызыва́ть что-ли́бо
to be quick on the trigger inf
бы́стро [или импульси́вно] реаги́ровать

Monolingual examples (not verified by PONS Editors)

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The report triggered an increase in local insurance rates.
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If they are, then the good ending is triggered.
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They are sitting on volcanoes - any excuse, any small excuse, and the violence is triggered.
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He pulls the trigger, which releases an umbrella, while he tells his wife she's dead.
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As the sun sets, an ambient light sensor, housed in the body of the candle, triggers a small fan near a fragrance compartment.
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The front part of the firing pin was blocked from any forward movement until the trigger was pulled completely back.
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These levels could trigger the need for environmental reviews, as well as raise community concerns.
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There are two separate triggers: the trigger in front for using semi-automatic fire only and the rear trigger for firing on full automatic.
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Different triggers may be called before, during, and after each critical step.
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Typically, trigger guards can only be pressed in while the user has a firm grip of the handle.
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