offended

Example Sentences

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If she has offended you before, then we can assume this is part of a pattern of behavior.

From MarketWatch • Jul. 1, 2026

Anna keeps prefacing her remarks with the words “no offense,” but Pete can’t help being offended by her pointed disdain.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 19, 2026

Turkey on Tuesday expressed alarm over a weekend gig by Kanye West in Istanbul attended by nearly 120,000 fans, saying it included elements that offended its spiritual sensitivities.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

O'Farrell called them out for "implying my dad is a terrorist bomber. It was a strange moment. Everybody was slightly offended by my fury".

From BBC • May 22, 2026

Tamika started to look offended, but then joined in.

From "Sir Fig Newton and the Science of Persistence" by Sonja Thomas