offending

Example Sentences

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Therefore "the offending and dishonesty in this case must turn around the paperwork", he said.

From BBC • May 22, 2026

"The information we receive from the public is vital and every report matters. Without it, we are unable to build an accurate picture, identify patterns of offending and take the most effective action."

From BBC • May 20, 2026

It said its own investigation into "individuals who may have facilitated or enabled offending by Mohamed Al-Fayed remains active".

From Barron's • May 7, 2026

"The facts concerning Mr Tarrant's offending are beyond dispute. He has not identified any arguable defence, or indeed any defence known to the law."

From Barron's • Apr. 30, 2026

“Magnolias don’t look like that,” Ignatius said, thrusting his cutlass at the offending pastel magnolia.

From "A Confederacy of Dunces" by John Kennedy Toole