Definition of Provocation

anything or anyone that incites a response

Examples of Provocation in a sentence

I walked away from a potential fight despite my enemy’s provocation.  🔊

Without external provocation, bears are normally gentle creatures.  🔊

It was not until I threatened to kick my brother out of the house that he had enough provocation to look for a job.  🔊

If the project is not completed on time, the delay will be all the provocation the client needs to find a new development company.  🔊

While my ex-best friend hoped her provocation would trigger me to start a fight, I simply walked away from her.  🔊

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