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Uncommonprovoked
The correct spelling is provoked.
How to pronounce provoked
verb
IPA: /pɹəˈvəʊkt/
Say it like: Pro-vok-ed
The correct spelling is provoked. To cause someone to become annoyed or angry. For example: "Don't provoke the dog; it may try to bite you."
Usage Examples
“Don't provoke the dog; it may try to bite you.”
Definition
verb
- 1.To cause someone to become annoyed or angry.
- 2.To bring about a reaction.
- 3.To appeal.
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