His proposal provoked opposition from two economic sectors: commerce and agriculture.

This proposal has provoked a storm of criticism in Congress.

The budget documents acknowledge that the proposal "may provoke and be vulnerable to legal challenge."

The proposal is provoking intense debate among medical educators and other experts.

In many towns, the proposals would provoke angry protests from environmentalists.

The proposals have provoked protests from local residents and environmentalists.

His proposal has provoked vigorous protests from owners of small businesses.

Of course, the Commission's proposal initially provoked several questions.

As you know, this proposal provoked, and, indeed, continues to provoke, a great deal of discussion within the various Council bodies.

It is clear that the proposal has provoked a great deal of discussion.