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Discover LudwigThe phrase "touched off" is correct and usable in written English
It is typically used to describe something that has triggered or initiated a reaction, event, or situation. Example: "The controversial article touched off a heated debate among the readers."
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He had touched off an explosion".
The lanes have sometimes touched off controversy.
That touched off a chorus of howls.
The articles touched off demonstrations in Nigeria.
The book touched off an uproar.
His expulsion touched off riots and demonstrations.
The paper touched off a lively debate.
The column touched off a public outcry.
The report touched off a fierce debate Tuesday.
It has touched off a wave of factional fighting.
The killings touched off a storm of criticism.
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