provoking

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According to the study, this engineered transplant can promote bone healing without provoking strong immune reactions.

From Science Daily • Mar. 7, 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

Around the world, the plinks and pops of pickleball have spawned outrage, provoking protests and even lawsuits.

From Barron's • Dec. 28, 2025

“How provoking you are! I don’t approve of cigars and I will only allow it on condition that you let me put you into my sketch. I need a figure.”

From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott