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offense

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




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Offense is really struggling, and that could provide some big opportunities for a Rams defense that can be stifling.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 17, 2023

“But this week, OK, the defense stepped up. Offense was really slacking.”

From Washington Times • Sep. 9, 2023

Metcalf was later fined $29,785, which is the standard amount for a first offense for what the NFL terms “Verbal or other Non-Physical Offense Against Official.”

From Seattle Times • Nov. 22, 2022

Offense will indeed catch up to our defense.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 25, 2022

Whilst fancy does her brightest beams dispense, And decent Wit diverts without Offense.

From The Little Tea Book by Hood, George Washington




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