triggered
Aussprache: [ˈtrɪɡərd]
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Kontext: „emotion“
(verb) to cause someone to have a strong emotional reaction. This often happens when something reminds them of a bad experience or makes them feel upset.
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Seeing the old photograph triggered happy memories from my childhood.
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The loud noise triggered a panic attack, making her feel very scared.
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What events usually trigger strong feelings in you?
Kontext: „action“
(verb) to activate or set off a certain action or process. This can refer to starting something, like an alarm or a device.
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The button pressed on the remote triggered the TV to turn on.
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That mistake didn’t trigger any alarms, so everything stayed quiet.
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What can trigger the alarm system in the building?
Kontext: „emotion“
(adjective) feeling particularly emotional, often because something has reminded you of a painful experience. It means that you might feel upset or anxious because of something specific.
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She felt triggered after watching a movie that reminded her of her past struggles.
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He was not triggered by the story and remained calm throughout.
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What types of stories do you find are likely to leave you feeling triggered?
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