Sentence examples for provoking a from inspiring English sources

Mrs. Bouteuil refused, provoking a bitter clash.

The situation is provoking a few sniggers.

The refinery closed in 1985, provoking a serious economic crisis.

He succeeded only in  provoking a violent and sustained reaction.

Some item sizes cannot be changed without provoking a backlash.

soldiers in the hope of provoking a violent response".

Narkiss was to avoid provoking a confrontation with Jordan.

"I'm second fiddle," he said, provoking a loud laugh.

The issue of bonuses is provoking a major debate.

They finally suspended Deans, provoking a vote for industrial action.

"Tony had a way of provoking a person," he said.