provokes

/P R AH0 V OW1 K S/
verb
  1. 1

    To cause someone to become annoyed or angry.

    โ€œDon't provoke the dog; it may try to bite you.โ€

  2. 2

    To bring about a reaction.

  3. 3

    To appeal.

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