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instigation

[in-sti-gey-shuhn] / ˌɪn stɪˈgeɪ ʃən /


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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

But last night the New York Times reported yet another chat, this one at Hegseth's instigation, and it's even worse than the other one.

From Salon Apr. 21, 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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