offended

Example Sentences

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People get offended that you’re suggesting such a thing, which makes me think we’re already too far down the line.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 11, 2026

"I almost get offended when people are accusing that because of the way the players have prepared for the game and the way they left the changing room," he said.

From BBC • May 9, 2026

Still, Scott plays him as such an anemic, cold-blooded creep that it’s impressive “Hokum” gets us rooting for his survival when the people he’s offended would just as soon see him burned at the stake.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 30, 2026

In one sentence he offended both the U.S. and Japan.

From Salon • Mar. 20, 2026

“Sorry about that. It’s Rayburn. He’s got a touch of gas,” Holly whispered and pointed to the bulldog as though he might be offended if he overheard.

From "Hope Springs" by Jaime Berry