- present participle of offend.
offending
Example Sentences
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Tams said the CPS's priority throughout had been to ensure it built a "robust" case that showed the full extent of Bush's offending "so that the families could get justice".
From BBC ● Aug. 1, 2026
He added that officers continue to work with partners in the UK and overseas and remain committed to bringing "anyone who is suspected to have played a part in his offending to justice".
From BBC ● Jul. 31, 2026
The letters urged both companies to take action against any offending sellers but didn’t address whether the platforms themselves had violated relevant laws.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 30, 2026
An officer reviews the footage before issuing a flat-rated $93 citation, which is sent to the registered owner of the offending vehicle.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 23, 2026
“Well. Not a long-winded boy, are you? There’s the offending device.”
From "All the Light We Cannot See" by Anthony Doerr
