provoke a debate

Examples (10)

• The controversial article is sure to provoke a debate among readers.
• The president's unexpected announcement provoked a heated debate in Congress.
• His new film will likely provoke a national debate on censorship.
• The study's findings have provoked a fierce debate within the scientific community.
• The artist's work is designed to provoke a debate about modern society.
• His intention was never to provoke a political debate with his comments.
• If you make such a bold claim, you will certainly provoke a debate.
• The new policy on immigration provoked a passionate debate among citizens.
• The editorial was carefully worded to provoke a debate without causing offense.
• Sometimes, a simple question is enough to provoke a deep philosophical debate.