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First published 1986 (DOST Vol. VI).
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Provocat, v. [e.m.E. and late ME prouocate to call forth, incite (1432–50).] intr. To make an appeal. = Provok(e v. 2 b. — 1608 Craven Argyll Diocese 62.
For if a bischop wrong a minister, shall the povr minister provocat, and so come 4 or 500 miles in that petition?
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