positively invite

Frequency: 4.52.1 per million words

Used to say that something seems to be actively encouraging a particular (usually negative) reaction or outcome.

inviteADVERB + invite

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positively

Examples (10)

  • The hype surrounding the event positively invited criticism.
  • His nonchalant attitude positively invited trouble.
  • Leaving the door unlocked would positively invite theft.
  • Her provocative comments seemed to positively invite a debate.
  • Such a risky strategy could positively invite disaster.
  • The lack of clear rules positively invited confusion among the participants.
  • Their overconfidence positively invited their downfall.
  • The company's arrogance positively invited public backlash.
  • Wearing expensive jewelry in that neighborhood could positively invite unwanted attention.
  • His vague instructions positively invited misinterpretation.