provoke
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Behind the scenes, Beijing has been wary of being seen to openly violate sanctions, which could provoke Washington’s wrath and damage its relations with other Gulf states.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026
Mother's Day, celebrated in the UK today, can provoke a range of feelings for lots of us.
From BBC • Mar. 15, 2026
A top Iranian official is warning that attacks on the Persian Gulf islands that form Iran’s southern maritime frontier would provoke a new level of retaliation.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 12, 2026
But know that whatever you say or do, however benign, can be weaponized to provoke a reaction, and as much as we try, everyone has their breaking point.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 3, 2026
“Think about something you wouldn’t want anyone else to know. Those memories will provoke your strongest defenses.”
From "The Darkest Minds" by Alexandra Bracken
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