を契機に
Meanings
- Lead to
- As a good opportunity to
- As a result of
- As a trigger
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Explanation
を契機に marks an event as the turning point or trigger that starts a change or new condition. The action in the main clause comes as a consequence or continuation from that point. It emphasizes that the following situation arises because of, or starting from, the mentioned event. It is commonly used for notable, often purposeful changes at personal, organizational, or social levels.
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Example sentences
That announcement served as the turning point for him, and he decided to switch jobs.
The accident became a trigger for strengthening safety measures.
The birth of the child served as a turning point, and life changed drastically.
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