

He pulled the trigger to shoot the target.
A device or mechanism that activates something, often a gun or a machine.
She pressed the trigger to start the machine.
The soldier was trained to pull the trigger quickly.
He hesitated before pulling the trigger.
pull the trigger
press the trigger
release the trigger
lever
switch
activator
The smell of cookies can be a trigger for happy memories.
A stimulus or event that leads to a reaction or response.
Loud noises can be a trigger for anxiety.
Seeing the old house was a trigger for nostalgia.
A certain song can trigger strong emotions.
trigger a response
trigger an event
trigger memories
catalyst
stimulus
prompt
The loud noise can trigger a panic response.
To cause something to happen or start.
The smell of food can trigger memories.
A sudden movement might trigger a reaction.
The news report could trigger a debate.
trigger an event
trigger a reaction
trigger a response
initiate
activate
cause