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thought-provoking

[thawt-pruh-voh-king] / ˈθɔt prəˌvoʊ kɪŋ /


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A24 has positioned itself as the film industry’s rebel, funding new and emerging talents producing thought-provoking ideas.

From Salon Jun. 23, 2026

Raphael Bob-Waksberg, who also created Netflix’s “BoJack Horseman,” knows his beat is animated shows that are both funny and thought-provoking.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 15, 2026

This can be thought-provoking or entertaining, and often holds power to account in the same way mainstream journalists do.

From BBC Mar. 31, 2026

"Coinbase remains committed to authentic, thought-provoking communication and to operating responsibly within the UK's regulatory framework," it said.

From BBC Jan. 29, 2026

These folks have told me some of the funniest, saddest, and most thought-provoking stories Eve ever heard.

From "The Other Wes Moore: One Name, Two Fates" by Wes Moore




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