instigate

Example Sentences

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After the England loss, former Wales captain Gwyn Jones said Welsh rugby bosses should not waste a crisis and must instigate immediate major change.

From BBC

The inquiry report said there was "general agreement" that Creative Scotland had provided "significant support" to the culture sector since it was instigated by the government in 2010.

From BBC

His statements could have "inadvertently instigated or emboldened opportunistic armed groups that are seeking to exploit international narratives by attacking soft targets", Obasi said.

From Barron's

Israel has accused Hamas of instigating chaos near the aid centres and says its forces do not intentionally open fire on civilians.

From BBC

Israel has accused Hamas of instigating chaos near the sites and says its troops do not intentionally open fire on civilians.

From BBC