The move provoked howls of protest and a lawsuit by the state.

This move did provoke some criticism from one band member.

This move only provoked an enormous battle where "forces for and against slavery fought over every word of the bill."

The move provoked a protest from parents, many of whom view Mandela as the last hope for their children.

The move has provoked an outcry from patients who say the company is robbing them of their only hope.

Some analysts predicted the move would provoke a national strike.

Such a move would most likely provoke a confrontation with President Clinton.

He was a big, strong man, and might have pulled it off, but his move only provoked Russell.

This proposed move provoked controversy from the Korean football fans.

The move provoked a sharp public confrontation between the parties.