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Discover LudwigThe phrase "if provoked" is grammatically correct and can be used in written English.
It is typically used to introduce a conditional clause in a sentence, indicating that something will happen if a certain condition is met. For example: - I usually don't get angry, but if provoked, I can become quite hot-headed. - The dog is usually friendly, but if provoked, it may become aggressive. - If provoked, the bees will sting. - He is usually a calm person, but if provoked, his temper can flare up.
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Honeybees will sting, if provoked.
"If provoked, we will retaliate," he said.
We will respond strongly if provoked".
The North has threatened to strike bases there if provoked.
But you have to have a go if provoked sufficiently.
Theraphosids are generally harmless to humans, although they can inflict painful bites if provoked.
He did not want war, but he would not shy from one if provoked.
Gen. James Kazini, was quoted today as saying that Uganda was ready to fight if provoked.
Few doubt that the police, if provoked enough, will respond with equal force this year.
Nepali people pride themselves on being peace-loving, but also fierce fighters if provoked.
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Tregget said his team was not afraid to use force if provoked.
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