provocative
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Plaza says that Waters is known for being provocative and loves reading tabloids but that he asked to tone down Armando’s snide put-downs of celebrities.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 20, 2026
Already it is provocative, rough and rebellious—and would only become more so.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026
The 25-year-old, whose real name is Ismael Ramsey Khalid, is known for his provocative content which have gotten him banned from several streaming platforms.
From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026
Donald Trump is no stranger to provocative language.
From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026
“Elaine Risley, looking anything but formidable in a powder-blue jogging suit that’s seen better days, nevertheless can come out with a few pungent and deliberately provocative comments on women today.”
From "Cat's Eye" by Margaret Atwood
Vocabulary lists containing provocative
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