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Provocation (Noun)

Unfriendly behavior that causes anger or resentment.

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

The politician's inflammatory speech was a deliberate provocation to her opponents, sparking a heated debate.
His constant teasing was a provocation that eventually led to a fight between the two brothers.
The company's decision to downsize was seen as a provocation by the union, leading to a strike.
The rival gang's presence in their territory was a provocation that the leader could not ignore.
Her sarcastic comment was a provocation that made him defensive and argumentative.

Needed encouragement; "the result was a provocation of vigorous investigation".

Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.

The team's lackluster performance was a provocation for the coach to re-evaluate their strategy.
Her bold statement was a provocation that sparked a heated debate among the panelists.
The artist's use of unconventional materials was a provocation that challenged the audience's perceptions.
The company's decision to raise prices was a provocation that led to widespread customer complaints.
The professor's thought-provoking question was a provocation that encouraged the students to think critically.