provoking

verb

  1. 1

    To cause someone to become annoyed or angry.

    Don't provoke the dog; it may try to bite you.
  2. 2

    To bring about a reaction.

  3. 3

    To appeal.

noun

  1. 1

    Provocation

adjective

  1. 1

    Annoying; irritating

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