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offense

[uh-fens, aw-fens, of-ens] / əˈfɛns, ˈɔ fɛns, ˈɒf ɛns /




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One offense allegedly took place in a New York hotel, which would make him subject to U.S. law as well.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

But the Sparks’ offense went cold in the second quarter, allowing Portland to come back to lead by two at halftime.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

But the Dodgers’ offense didn’t hold up its half of the bargain.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026

Wemby’s offense remains a work in progress—he needs to develop a reliable midrange shot, à la Kevin Durant, and his low post game will remind no one of Kareem Abdul-Jabbar’s.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026

“No way, man. It was the Pats’ hurry-up offense in the third quarter.

From "The Benefits of Being an Octopus" by Ann Braden




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