offense

Example Sentences

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Nearly half of the cases turned down for those offenses were out of the New Jersey U.S. attorney’s office, which in the past has aggressively pursued alleged union corruption.

From Salon

“No offense,” she said, brushing off her paws as Clare prepared himself to be offended.

From Literature

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

From Barron's

That freedom has given Rice her best offense season yet.

From Los Angeles Times

The Bruins, though, went cold on offense in the second quarter and Minnesota cut it to a three-point game despite committing turnovers and having several shots blocked.

From Los Angeles Times