offense

Example Sentences

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They knew before anyone else that the Patriots offense was destined for a turnaround.

From The Wall Street Journal

"He's commanding the huddle well. He's telling the offense what he needs to see. He's doing a great job."

From Barron's

In June Iran’s threats didn’t amount to much, but the U.S. is quietly establishing overmatch on offense and defense.

From The Wall Street Journal

USC picked up its defensive pressure in the second quarter, which helped ignite its offense.

From Los Angeles Times

Federal prosecutors had argued in a sentencing memorandum for Gálvez to serve a longer sentence — more than seven years — because of the seriousness of his offenses.

From Los Angeles Times