provoking
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The state initially refused to ratify the 1922 compact at all, provoking the other states to rewrite the document so it would go into effect with the approval of only six states rather than seven.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 22, 2026
His legal team played audio recordings, presented scientific articles and even a video of Maradona's autopsy, provoking the anger of the footballer's daughters.
From Barron's ● Oct. 21, 2026
They say these molecules may have several practical advantages, including relatively inexpensive production, stability and a low likelihood of provoking an immune response.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 10, 2026
Known as an “urchin” bait, the lure is dominating professional competitions, sparking a rush of imitators and provoking shelf-clearing buying frenzies.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 12, 2026
How provoking that Mona would gaze upon one of my futures before I myself.
From "Secrets at Sea" by Richard Peck
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