instigate

Example Sentences

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"We are against all scenarios that aim to instigate a civil war in Iran, that target ethnic or religious fault lines," Fidan told journalists in Istanbul.

From Barron's • Mar. 7, 2026

Meo co-owner Tannis Ling, who spent many weekends in Chinatown with her family as a child, has helped instigate Chinatown’s resurgence.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 27, 2025

Nigel Farage needs to instigate an urgent review of his entire Staffordshire operation.

From BBC • Dec. 5, 2025

Please instigate a “no call zone” that covers the Dodger bullpen.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 20, 2025

Did workers, too, ever instigate violence in pursuit of their cause?

From "Fannie Never Flinched" by Mary Cronk Farrell