Arouse, as intrigue (5)

I believe the answer is:

pique

(Other definitions for pique that I've seen before include "Angry resentment" , "nark" , "Vexation" , "Sudden irritation" , "A feeling of hurt pride" .)

I've seen this clue in The New York Times.

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