provoking

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The study, "Creative problem-solving after experimentally provoking dreams of unsolved puzzles during REM sleep" was published in the journal Neuroscience of Consciousness on Feb. 5.

From Science Daily • Feb. 15, 2026

Her style is confrontational and seemingly fearless, often provoking hugely divergent reactions from critics and fans.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 11, 2026

That is a profound commitment, provoking its own big, unanswered questions: how many and for how long?

From BBC • Jan. 6, 2026

"We will act responsibly, without escalating the conflict or provoking disputes," Lai said in a Facebook post.

From Barron's • Dec. 30, 2025

“You are very cruel,” said her sister, “you will not let me smile, and are provoking me to it every moment.”

From "Pride and Prejudice" by Jane Austen