Example Sentences

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“It will provoke a new round of markets jitters,” Haines wrote in a note.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 11, 2026

Reading “Alice” will provoke strong reactions from any reader, but don’t decide what you think until it’s all over.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 25, 2023

"Imposing the death penalty on Mr Sharmahd will provoke a strong reaction."

From BBC • Feb. 21, 2023

What are you most looking forward to about the conversations that this film will provoke over the next few months?

From New York Times • Aug. 30, 2022

“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