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be provoking
verb
To cause someone to become annoyed or angry.
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In reality, he may be provoking one.
For example, Mr Balcerowicz, the embattled central-bank governor, appeared to be provoking a confrontation.
Already, the Western concerns about Mr. Kenyatta's candidacy seem to be provoking a backlash.
Mattis's departure seems to be provoking unease, especially considering how dangerous our nuclear-command arrangements are.
Still, it's true that Israel's recent military incursions may be provoking violent countermoves by suicide bombers.
One minute he seems to be provoking Indonesia's many factions, the next he is trying to unify them.
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To be provoked, not pacified.
She can be provoked.
Prepare to Be Provoked.
"We will not be provoked".
If unasked, these questions should be provoked.
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