offense

Example Sentences

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At the time, he apologized for causing offense by giving a speech almost entirely in English, pledging to improve his French.

From Barron's • Mar. 30, 2026

Duke’s 26.8% opposing three-point percentage is the 15th-best in the nation and that challenged the Bruins’ offense, which became one dimensional trying to get the ball to Betts in the post.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 29, 2026

His offense was trying to close an old life insurance policy that listed his dissident daughter as the beneficiary.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 26, 2026

The Cowgirls shot 51.4% from the field in the second half to stay within striking distance while UCLA’s offense went mostly cold.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 24, 2026

They flung insults, took offense, using language like “contempt,” “abuse,” and “revilement” on the floor of Congress.

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock