provocative

Example Sentences

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The rule states that there should be no behaviour that is "improper, offensive, violent, threatening, abusive, indecent, insulting or provocative".

From BBC

The creator, who uses the online handle RadialB, says he didn't expect to spawn copycats or be politically provocative.

From BBC

Mohammadi was arrested in December for making "provocative remarks" at a memorial ceremony, Iranian authorities said at the time.

From BBC

It makes sense, then, that one of the season’s most provocative movies is a workplace revenge fantasy.

From The Wall Street Journal

When asked about the provocative nature of the film, Robbie said she thought people "might be a little surprised" by how emotional it actually is.

From BBC