Translation of "touch off" into Spanish

desencadenar, hacer estallar, provocar are the top translations of "touch off" into Spanish.

touch off verb grammar

(idiomatic) To start; to cause, especially used for unstable situations that may magnify if disturbed. [..]

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  • desencadenar

    verb

    The storm system has reportedly touched off a number of tornadoes in the area.

    El sistema de tormenta ha desencadenado según se informa un número de tornados en el área.

  • hacer estallar

  • provocar

    verb

    News of Lennon's death touched off a wave of shock and mourning around the world.

    La noticia de la muerte de Lennon provocó una ola de estupor y desconsuelo en todo el mundo.

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