offense
Example Sentences
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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
It was the only cold quarter for the Sparks, who scored just 18 points, with more than half of their offense coming from Plum.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026
Cushnie retired the only batter he faced and the offense went to work from there.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026
When we went on offense again, I raced back onto the field.
From "Crash" by Jerry Spinelli
Vocabulary lists containing offense
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Abraham Lincoln's Second Inaugural Address (1865)
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