The phrase "provoking thought" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to describe an idea or opinion that encourages people to think more deeply or consider another perspective. For example: The speaker's thoughtful observations on racism were a provoking thought for everyone in attendance.
He remains a palpably vivid presence, still provoking thought, still spurring argument, still spreading sublime mischief.
They're a very effective way of exploring many areas of citizenship by provoking thought and debate.
He publishes data visualizations with the aim of provoking thought, and he enjoys teaching people how to do the same.
Rendering this biography as effective at racking nerves as it is at provoking thought, the story of Wilder's emergence as a major sculptor of American identity pushes far past the usual boundaries of probability and plausibility.
The question of whether it will prove as infectious in the UK as it has on the continent is a tough one: the innate conservatism of mainstream British pop sits pretty uneasily with an artist who clearly thinks pop music can be both an unalloyed pleasure and a conduit for ideas, a means of provoking thought, a world in which you can reinvent yourself at the same time.
It is based on asking rather than telling, on provoking thought rather than giving directions and on holding a person accountable for his or her goals.
More specifically the module discusses common anxiety and depression provoking thoughts and how to cope with these thoughts more effectively.
The new thought patterns may have redirected patients from their usual anxiety provoking thoughts, thus leading to more calm [ 26].
We aim to advance cutting-edge research and provoke thought.
"Part of the university's mission is to provoke thought and debate," Mr. Robbins said.
I hope they will, and that they have questions that provoke thought and discussion!
