precipitated
v.to cause something to happen suddenly and quickly, often in a way that is difficult to stop. You use this when one event leads to a much bigger or more serious one.
v.to cause something to happen suddenly and rapidly, often in a way that is difficult to control or reverse. Frequently used in formal or academic contexts to describe the onset of a crisis or significant change.
“The heavy rain precipitated a flood in the valley.”
“The sudden drop in oil prices precipitated a global economic crisis that lasted for several years.”
“The failure of the initial negotiations precipitated a series of diplomatic maneuvers that eventually led to the signing of the peace treaty.”
“Some of Netanyahu’s detractors have alleged that the funds were used to help Hamas prepare its October 7, 2023, attack on Israel, which precipitated its genocidal war on Gaza.”
“New satellite imagery added to scientists’ understanding of the events that precipitated the deadly flooding in Nepal and Tibet.”