be offended by
Example Sentences
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Many people would be offended by having this fact bandied about—especially when the Coke-can commentary is part of a larger discussion of the serious problems Haley tied to the size statement.
From Slate ● Jan. 15, 2026
“You should not be offended by that,” Hall said.
From MarketWatch ● Dec. 30, 2025
But you have to have free speech, and there’s nothing you could say that someone somewhere won’t be offended by.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 27, 2025
Most importantly, it's a debate nobody can win, one we all have a different take on and will all be offended by no matter how convincing someone's argument may be.
From BBC ● Mar. 26, 2025
Some know a great deal about cars and will be offended by a salesman who adopts a patronizing tone.
From "Blink" by Malcolm Gladwell
