The film provoked a great deal of comment and discussion among the public.

It too provoked a great deal of controversy among readers.

The sight of the two provoked much discussion among the party guests.

The race has provoked serious concerns among animal welfare and animals rights groups.

The race has provoked a debate among many party loyalists about what it means to be a Republican.

After various measures trying to provoke change among the administration, the movement took its most drastic measure.

There were a great many more men than women, and the one thing most likely to provoke trouble among them was that imbalance in numbers.

The question provoked general astonishment among the passengers in the front car.

Some of the names on the list have already provoked skepticism among those seeking to reform the process.

He seemed to enjoy the outrage his actions provoked among conservative party leaders.