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as in to cause
to be the cause of (a situation, action, or state of mind)
a misguided pride prompted the family to refuse all offers of help
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2
as in to urge
to try to persuade (someone) through earnest appeals to follow a course of action
prompted the reluctant performer onto the stage with loud cheers and whistles
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as in immediate
done, carried out, or given without delay
prompt treatment of snakebites is always advisable
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as in quick
having or showing the ability to respond without delay or hesitation
our waiter was prompt and courteous despite the fact that the restaurant was understaffed
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as in reminder
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Recent Examples of prompt
Muri Assunção, New York Daily News, 8 Apr. 2025
The situation is so devastating that the military junta issued a rare plea for help, prompting foreign aid and international rescue teams to head to Myanmar.
—Jade Walker, CNN Money, 31 Mar. 2025
Paul Du Quenoy, MSNBC Newsweek, 26 Mar. 2025
Implement a strict service-level agreement to ensure seamless transitions and prompt action from each team.
—Ariel Chen, Forbes, 25 Mar. 2025
Ann Kowal Smith, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025
Even if someone were to create hundreds of prompts before finally landing on their final product, the U.S. Copyright Office would still not deem it eligible for licensing, which proves a massive protection for artists currently.
—Harrison Richlin, IndieWire, 21 Mar. 2025
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Verb
The incident at Fort Lee High School prompted a massive police presence in the area and sent the school into lockdown, Superintendent Robert Kravitz said in a message posted on the school’s website.
—Muri Assunção, New York Daily News, 8 Apr. 2025
The situation is so devastating that the military junta issued a rare plea for help, prompting foreign aid and international rescue teams to head to Myanmar.
—Jade Walker, CNN Money, 31 Mar. 2025
Adjective
Lattice is employing the prompt format to embed AI into its platform experience.
—Paul Du Quenoy, MSNBC Newsweek, 26 Mar. 2025
Implement a strict service-level agreement to ensure seamless transitions and prompt action from each team.
—Ariel Chen, Forbes, 25 Mar. 2025
Noun
None of these discoveries came from following a prompt.
—Ann Kowal Smith, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025
Even if someone were to create hundreds of prompts before finally landing on their final product, the U.S. Copyright Office would still not deem it eligible for licensing, which proves a massive protection for artists currently.
—Harrison Richlin, IndieWire, 21 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for prompt
Verb
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The most considerable damage has been caused in the eastern and southern Kharkiv and Kherson regions, where 329 and 279 cultural sites, respectively, were damaged.—
Katya Soldak,
Forbes.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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Ashley’s mother Karen confirmed to The Independent that her daughter had been moved to a general ward but was transferred back to ICU on Wednesday, April 2 after developing pneumonia, which caused her lung to collapse.—
Gabrielle Rockson,
People.com,
4 Apr. 2025
Verb
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To have the best shot at getting housed, homeless outreach workers urge people to first go into a city or county shelter.—
Theresa Clift,
Sacbee.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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Continue reading … -- POLITICS WORD OF ADVICE – Billionaire investor urges world leaders to act ‘immediately’ after Trump imposes tariffs.—
FOXNews.com,
FOXNews.com,
4 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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But Gmail users also face a more immediate decision, given a critical problem with its most recent updates.—
Zak Doffman,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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These actions often yield more immediate results than waiting for a chance to elect a new president. 2.—
Raja Krishnamoorthi,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The director is also quick to point out how this mindset is not exclusive to the U.S. but is also widely spreading in Europe and across the world.—
Rafa Sales Ross,
Variety,
4 Apr. 2025
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Adebayo’s early scoring gave the Heat a quick 9-0 lead, and the Grizzlies did not score until 9:35 in the first quarter.—
Adam Lichtenstein,
Sun Sentinel,
4 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Kansas City Chiefs’ tight end Travis Kelce has a reminder for those who want the play banned due to health and safety concerns.—
Ryan Canfield,
FOXNews.com,
2 Apr. 2025
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On days and nights like these — where sleep feels impossible, and exhaustion sets in — there’s one gentle reminder that may help: rest, even without sleep, is still invaluable.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
2 Apr. 2025
Verb
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The project is also intended to contribute to maintaining existing forests and creating new ones.—
Noël Fletcher,
Forbes.com,
29 Mar. 2025
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Legal scholars have said there is little legal precedent for Trump's war on Big Law, which has created a chilling effect across the legal community, and most will certainly have a chilling effect on his opponents who will need legal representation against him.—
Alexander Mallin,
ABC News,
29 Mar. 2025
Verb
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To bring in more visitors, Katsuo-ji came up with a creative way to encourage tourists to engage with the Daruma dolls.—
Rebecca Cairns,
CNN Money,
8 Apr. 2025
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Anyone with information is encouraged to call (410) 685-2022 or email [email protected] or [email protected].—
Glynis Kazanjian,
Baltimore Sun,
7 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Crisis Planning As new challenges come afoot, is the company’s crisis communication plan updated to deliver a swift response?—
Andrea Aker,
Forbes.com,
3 Apr. 2025
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Be swift with SwiftScan VIP's lifetime subscription access to the app and scanning tools, now just $41.99 (reg.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
2 Apr. 2025
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“Prompt.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prompt. Accessed 15 Apr. 2025.
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