instigation
Example Sentences
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“I think you guys came here for an argument or an instigation, because you guys rolled up pretty hot,” Davis said while handcuffed in the back seat.
From Washington Post
It was a handwritten note for a purpose connected with the commission, preparation or instigation of an act of terrorism.
From BBC
At Robert M.’s instigation, one of the men killed the captive man and all five then sealed a pact of silence by cannibalizing the body.
From Seattle Times
Those rioters were there at the instigation of President Donald Trump, who had convinced them that violence was a means by which they could overturn the result of a fairly decided presidential election.
From Washington Post
The three other men were charged with instigation of hatred, treason and terrorism.
From Reuters
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