Abuse
Goading
Goading noun - A verbalization that encourages you to attempt something.
Mutual synonyms
Both words in one sentence
- After putting up with the Dursleys' abuse (which is NOT Played for Laughs), and with a little goading from the voice of the Tom Riddle Horcrux in his mind, Harry decides to really give them all a legitimate reason to fear his powers.
Source: Who's Laughing Now?
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