provocations

[US]/ˌprɒvəkˈeɪʃənz/
[UK]/ˌprɑːvəˈkeɪʃənz/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.actions or speeches that provoke anger or irritation

Phrases & Collocations

verbal provocations

political provocations

deliberate provocations

military provocations

hostile provocations

provocations escalate

provocations increase

provocations arise

provocations continue

provocations provoke

Example Sentences

his provocations led to a heated debate.

she remained calm despite the provocations.

provocations can escalate conflicts quickly.

the teacher addressed the student's provocations.

his constant provocations frustrated his friends.

they decided to ignore the provocations.

her provocations were intended to test his patience.

provocations in the workplace can create tension.

he responded to the provocations with humor.

they were warned against making provocations.

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