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unprovoking

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sense: Not causing anger, annoyance, or offense; uncontroversial

Sample Sentence: The speaker delivered an unprovoking speech that didn't spark any negative reactions from the audience.

Related: Calming Books

Sense: Not inciting or stimulating action or response

Sample Sentence: The unprovoking painting failed to capture the viewer's attention or evoke any emotions.

Related: Neutral Artwork

Part of Speech: Verb

Sense: Present participle of unprovoke

Sample Sentence: The negotiator kept unprovoking the situation by using diplomatic language and avoiding any confrontations.

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense: A person or thing that doesn't incite anger or provoke a response

Sample Sentence: The unprovoking in the debate surprised many, as it was expected to be heated and confrontational.

Related: Non-confrontational Toys