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Meaning of PROVOCATION in a Sentence

by wordsmith · Published September 2, 2016 · Updated December 12, 2018

Definition: a person or thing that triggers a response

Part of Speech: Noun

Synonym(s): incitement

Antonym(s): mediation, repression

Example Sentences:

1. Frank ignored the man’s provocation and walked away from a fight.

2. Because of the dictator’s act of provocation, the president is placing troops on the border.

3. The drunk man was looking for any provocation to start a brawl.

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