offended

Example Sentences

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"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

Spanish officials say they were offended that King Felipe VI was not invited.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 18, 2026

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

From Salon • Mar. 20, 2026

With AI, the advisers rated their offense level at an average of 3.05 on a seven-point scale, with 7 being most offended and 1 being least offended.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 18, 2026

I was puzzled and a bit offended by this last.

From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt