trigger a reflex

Examples (10)

• The rapid movement of an object close to the eye triggers an automatic reflex.
• Tapping the knee with a small hammer is a common way to trigger the patellar reflex.
• A sudden flash of bright light will trigger a pupillary reflex, causing the pupil to constrict.
• The unexpected loud bang triggered a startle reflex in everyone in the room.
• The smell from the garbage bin was strong enough to trigger his gag reflex.
• In the famous experiment, the sound of a bell eventually triggered a conditioned reflex of salivation in the dogs.
• Touching the hot stove triggered an immediate withdrawal reflex in her hand.
• Just the mention of his name triggered a defensive reflex in her, making her cross her arms.
• Certain stimuli can trigger an involuntary reflex even before the brain processes the information.
• Triggering the diving reflex involves submerging the face in cold water.