Often, that need is prompted by cries from some part of the public.

The demonstrations prompted heavy security by a force of some 4,000 police officers.

The problems prompted the extension of the mission by a day, until Saturday.

It could prompt new challenges by women's programs at other universities.

His act had been prompted by but the passing kindness of a moment.

The move prompted an urgent security assessment by the British government.

He added that passage of the tax might prompt a lawsuit by his state.

"These stories prompted coverage on the business pages by other reporters."

In 1986 its actions prompted a bombing by the Reagan administration.

The project has already identified many genes of medical interest and prompted investments by several companies.