offensive
Example Sentences
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"When you think he should be on the defensive, he's able to use that core strength and come back on the offensive."
From BBC
“Secretary Becerra never knew this word to be offensive and certainly he meant no disrespect to anyone,” said a campaign spokesperson.
From Los Angeles Times
Half of that sum was for "offensive and abusive gestures committed by its supporters" towards the match officials, including displaying banknotes.
From BBC
Mike McDaniel, the Chargers’ new offensive coordinator, wants to help Justin Herbert become a better quarterback while also reducing his risk to potential injury.
From Los Angeles Times
“A good air defense is a combination of defensive and offensive tactics,” said Gold, of Israel’s ministry of defense.
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
