This unexpected event provoked a dispute amongst the English border officials.

But although the group has met previously at the association's offices, this particular event provoked an outcry.

The events provoked alarm among some rights advocates and international observers.

The event provoked major rioting in nationalist areas of the city.

The events have also provoked renewed discussion on the government policy of phasing out nuclear power in Germany.

The alarming events provoked the Federal Reserve to lower interest rates sharply.

Thus, stimulation may be described as how external events provoke a response by an individual in the attempt to cope.

This event provoked strong reaction in Russia and abroad.

On the Catholic side, the events have provoked disappointment and even exasperation.

This event provoked widespread debate over the issue in the media.