1The artist's latest sculpture is a provocative commentary on the state of modern society.
2Was the politician's speech intentionally provocative, or did she genuinely believe what she was saying?
3The company's decision to raise prices during a recession was seen as provocative by many of its customers.
4Try to avoid using provocative language in your essay, as it may alienate some readers.
5The documentary's provocative title was meant to grab viewers' attention and spark a national conversation about the issue.