挑衅 (tiǎo xìn): Provoke (Verb) — Meaning & Stroke Order

His hostile remarks are undoubtedly a public provocation against our team.

Didn't you notice the obvious provocation in his tone just now?

The provocative behavior of the opposing players made the game atmosphere tense.

In the face of baseless provocation, we must absolutely not respond impulsively.

He tried to provoke me with a defiant look, but I chose to ignore it.

Facing the enemy's provocation, we must remain calm to avoid escalating the conflict.

Despite repeated provocations from the other side, we should still exercise restraint and seek diplomatic channels to resolve the dispute.