1.   The introduction of the tax provoked widespread criticism.

2.   The proposal provoked widespread criticism.

3.   His actions provoked severe criticism from civil rights groups.

4.   It provoked criticism, however, from the African National Congress and anti-apartheid groups in South Africa and internationally.

5.   The appointment of the former Minister of Justice Silvestre Siale Bileka as Prime Minister provoked strong criticism from the opposition.

6.   And even where banks have retained branches in poor areas, they have provoked repeated criticism for offering fewer services in those offices than in wealthier areas.

7.   Adult sex-education videos also have provoked criticism from some people who consider them pornographic and unhealthy.

8.   But like Republican proposals to overhaul environmental regulations, the plans for the FDA have provoked strong criticism.

9.   But the commercial has provoked widespread criticism as being unfair, including harsh words from some prominent Democrats.

10.   His remarks quickly provoked criticism, even from some Republican leaders.