provocative
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It was widely regarded as a deliberately provocative and inflammatory act and one of the sparks that lit the second Palestinian intifada, or uprising, also known as the al-Aqsa intifada.
From BBC • Jun. 17, 2026
China "firmly opposes" the acts and has warned the Dutch side to immediately stop its "provocative" actions, it added.
From Barron's • May 28, 2026
Lately, Schrader has emerged as one of Hollywood’s more provocative public voices on AI.
From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026
Instead of the large-studio presence, this year’s festival offered an intriguing mix of provocative films from around the globe, featuring hot button issues, occasional movie stars and artistic flourishes.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 23, 2026
She loved the spirited discussions and provocative debates.
From "Votes for Women!" by Winifred Conkling
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