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instigation

noun/ˌɪnstɪˈɡeɪʃən/

B2CEFR level
55/100Rarity: uncommon
TechnicalRegister

The act of provoking or bringing about the commission of an offence.

The plan was carried out at his instigation, making him as culpable as those who executed it.

Similar: incitement, provocation

Topic: Criminal law in Legal English

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