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offense

[uh-fens, aw-fens, of-ens] / əˈfɛns, ˈɔ fɛns, ˈɒf ɛns /




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Explaining his stance on not enforcing the mask ban, McDonnell said he wouldn’t risk asking his officers to approach “another armed agency creating conflict for something that” amounted to a misdemeanor offense.

From Los Angeles Times

“No offense, but…I mean, it’s very kind—but I’m just not sure that would be comfortable for you. Or scientifically possible.”

From Literature

The warrant served on the Fulton County election center sought ballots, tabulator tapes, digital data and voter rolls, which it alleged might constitute “evidence of the commission of a criminal offense.”

From Salon

On offense, Shaheed is capable of scoring at any moment—and the mere threat of the big play creates headaches for opposing defenses.

From The Wall Street Journal

Coach Manny Galvez relies on junior Austin Nickels and sophomore Isaac Zapata to provide the offense, with Nickels having 11 goals and Zapata 10.

From Los Angeles Times