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causing strong reactions or discussions by presenting controversial or thought-provoking ideas
- The provocative artwork sparked heated debates about freedom of expression.
- The politician's provocative statements ignited outrage among certain groups.
- The provocative article sparked intense debate among readers.
- Using provocative language in a debate can be effective in capturing the audience's attention.
- His provocative question during the discussion challenged everyone's assumptions and sparked lively debate.
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intentionally designed to stimulate or arouse strong feelings, especially of a sexual nature
- The magazine cover was considered provocative due to its suggestive imagery.
- Her provocative outfit drew attention and sparked conversations wherever she went.
- The film's provocative scenes were meant to challenge traditional norms and provoke thought.
- The art installation was deliberately provocative, aiming to elicit a strong emotional response from viewers.
- Some viewed the music video as overly provocative for a mainstream audience.