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as in encouraged
to rouse to strong feeling or action
his teasing finally provoked her to anger bees generally will not sting unless they are provoked
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as in triggered
to bring (something volatile or intense) into being
rankings that are sure to provoke an argument among film buffs
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Recent Examples of provoked
Literary Hub, 11 June 2026
Trump’s unprecedented decision to attend an NBA Finals game provoked turmoil for the team and their fans.
—Ben Travers, IndieWire, 10 June 2026
The Collin County Criminal District Attorney’s Office described Metcalf’s killing in Frisco as an unjustified, provoked murder.
—Amy McDaniel, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 June 2026
When Metcalf and others asked him to leave, Anthony taunted and provoked Metcalf, took out a knife and stabbed him, prosecutor Bill Wirskye said, according to KTVT.
—Eric Levenson, CNN Money, 9 June 2026
Giant has provoked so many think-pieces and conversations and debates, which have caused people to flock to the show — you guys made your money back in 10 weeks, which just doesn’t happen.
—Scott Feinberg, HollywoodReporter, 4 June 2026
Venomous snakes in Tennessee typically prefer to avoid humans and will not bite unless provoked.
—Jack Armstrong, Memphis Commercial Appeal, 3 June 2026
Her video, which amassed over 71,000 views, provoked numerous concerned reactions from the medical community.
—The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 June 2026
Stigma and fear provoked hostility.
—Christina Ray Stanton, Time, 2 June 2026
Verb
If these quasi-mythical creatures provoked unease, at least among outsiders, their cheese did the opposite.
—Literary Hub, 11 June 2026
Trump’s unprecedented decision to attend an NBA Finals game provoked turmoil for the team and their fans.
—Ben Travers, IndieWire, 10 June 2026
The Collin County Criminal District Attorney’s Office described Metcalf’s killing in Frisco as an unjustified, provoked murder.
—Amy McDaniel, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 June 2026
When Metcalf and others asked him to leave, Anthony taunted and provoked Metcalf, took out a knife and stabbed him, prosecutor Bill Wirskye said, according to KTVT.
—Eric Levenson, CNN Money, 9 June 2026
Giant has provoked so many think-pieces and conversations and debates, which have caused people to flock to the show — you guys made your money back in 10 weeks, which just doesn’t happen.
—Scott Feinberg, HollywoodReporter, 4 June 2026
Venomous snakes in Tennessee typically prefer to avoid humans and will not bite unless provoked.
—Jack Armstrong, Memphis Commercial Appeal, 3 June 2026
Her video, which amassed over 71,000 views, provoked numerous concerned reactions from the medical community.
—The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 June 2026
Stigma and fear provoked hostility.
—Christina Ray Stanton, Time, 2 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for provoked
Adjective
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The individuals have been charged with one or a combination of offenses including simple assault, conspiracy, theft, failure to disperse, disorderly conduct, aggravated assault, riot and others.—
Christopher Edwards,
PEOPLE,
11 June 2026
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Under federal immigration law, second‑degree bail jumping is classified as an aggravated felony, a designation that generally bars lawful permanent residents from seeking cancellation of removal and most other forms of relief.—
Hanna Park,
CNN Money,
10 May 2026
Verb
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Making the leap to full-time guiding came after long hours and a pivotal conversation with his wife, his biggest supporter and accountability partner, who encouraged him to pursue life around his most consuming obsession.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
21 June 2026
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In the news release, the Sheriff’s Office encouraged the public to wear proper safety equipment and to wear personal floatation devices while on the water.—
Velvet Wu
June 21,
Sacbee.com,
21 June 2026
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Meanwhile, questions about how much DHS paid for some warehouses triggered an internal audit.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
23 June 2026
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The avatar on Bonsu Baah’s Instagram page is a photograph of his mother, whose sudden death four years ago triggered a change in his thinking.—
Simon Hughes,
New York Times,
23 June 2026
Adjective
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The crowd in Guadalajara grew frustrated and began booing the Mexican national team’s performance at the end of the first half.—
Eduard Cauich,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2026
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Experts’ pessimistic forecasts are combining with reports from frustrated jobless young people around the country to form a seasonal outlook far from bathed in sunshine.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
18 June 2026
Verb
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How to handle it By bearing in mind that Gemini is happiest when they’re being stimulated mentally can actually help preempt and address any fussiness.—
Maressa Brown,
Parents,
18 June 2026
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When your muscles work against resistance, bone tissue is stimulated and becomes stronger.—
RikkiLynn Shields Hannigan,
Health,
17 June 2026
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Led by Thiel Fellow James Proud, Substrate recently raised $100 million at a $1 billion valuation from investors including Founders Fund and General Catalyst.—
Rob Toews,
Forbes.com,
22 June 2026
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Would Rhaenyra’s Syrax — a formidably sized dragon, albeit one raised in captivity — be able to torch them all?—
Amanda Whiting,
Vulture,
22 June 2026
Adjective
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In a feature published today, deputy executive editor Yoni Appelbaum examines the tortured debate—inside and outside the academy—over how to tell the American story.—
The Atlantic,
The Atlantic,
8 June 2026
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Hunter Biden is mixing it up with admirers and critics on social media, while Jill Biden is rehashing the tortured saga of the last presidential race in a new memoir.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
6 June 2026
Verb
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Clark’s passion for coffee was stirred far from Los Gatos.—
Nollyanne Delacruz,
Mercury News,
17 June 2026
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The flames were visible to anyone driving or walking down Columbus Drive, and the sight in the public park stirred emotions and shocked many.—
Elyssa Kaufman,
CBS News,
16 June 2026
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“Provoked.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/provoked. Accessed 24 Jun. 2026.
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