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offend

[uh-fend] / əˈfɛnd /


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He didn’t offend anyone except those who wanted to be entertained.

From Salon • Apr. 24, 2026

"I didn't mean to offend anyone," he said, seeming shy and uncomfortable with the media attention the project has generated.

From Barron's • Apr. 21, 2026

He doesn’t mean to offend, though other people’s feelings are a luxury he has never been able to afford.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 27, 2026

He explains that white is "not about inspiration but being careful not to offend", with Cloud Dancer embodying "austerity, moral minimalism and the idea that neutrality signifies virtue".

From BBC • Dec. 19, 2025

"I didn't mean to offend," he quickly adds.

From "The Belles" by Dhonielle Clayton




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