He added that some people might be more offended by provocative speech about economics "or even philosophy."

Racially provocative speeches was evoked from the Chinese politicians present.

For such a man, provocative political speeches became an emotional outlet, and in self-defense he cried: "I'm an artist!

Defenders of provocative speech often defend it as mere words.

Not with that windbag Churchill making these provocative speeches and whipping everyone up.

He could not afford to be seen speaking privately with her, even if she had not made such a provocative speech.

Her provocative speeches are best sellers on audio- and videocassettes.

It is typical of his provocative speech in which conventional expectations are inverted.

The politician has made a number of provocative speeches which have drawn the anger of civil rights activists throughout the country.

William II made a highly provocative speech regarding this.