instigation
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On Monday, counterterrorism police said the same man was rearrested on suspicion of “commission, preparation or instigation of acts of terrorism” after new evidence had come to light.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 13, 2026
The regional police force initially leading the investigation, Devon and Cornwall Police, said Monday that a suspect arrested earlier had been "re-arrested on suspicion of commission, preparation or instigation of acts of terrorism".
From Barron's ● Jul. 13, 2026
“Public figures are often treated as targets for instigation in pursuit of headlines or financial gain,” the statement continued.
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 15, 2025
"It was very much at the instigation of the players," she said.
From BBC ● Jun. 11, 2025
At Priddy’s instigation, Buck’s case was next presented to the Virginia court.
From "The Gene" by Siddhartha Mukherjee
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