immediately provoke
Frequency: 6.89.2 per million words
to instantly cause a reaction
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- The unexpected announcement did immediately provoke a wave of protests.
- His dismissive comment was enough to immediately provoke a sharp retort.
- Such a drastic measure would undoubtedly immediately provoke widespread opposition.
- The new policy is expected to immediately provoke a fierce debate in parliament.
- Her controversial remarks could immediately provoke an angry reaction from the audience.
- Any slight change in the delicate balance might immediately provoke a larger conflict.
- The sudden drop in temperatures will immediately provoke concerns about energy supply.
- He knew his decision would immediately provoke his parents, but he did it anyway.
- The company's decision to lay off staff will immediately provoke a negative public response.
- A direct challenge to their authority would immediately provoke a powerful counter-response.