Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Paz's government accuses him of instigating the unrest.

From BBC • May 24, 2026

Supporters say Balen was echoing public anger over the protester deaths, not instigating it.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 4, 2026

The two countries have blamed each other for instigating the fresh fighting, which has spread to nearly every province along their border.

From Barron's • Dec. 25, 2025

This portrayal of protesters as routinely instigating violence or rioting was also misleading.

From Salon • Nov. 14, 2025

After many nights without sleep, we have given the original letter to our lawyer, who is instigating a libel suit for $500,000.

From "A Confederacy of Dunces" by John Kennedy Toole