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offensive

[uh-fen-siv, aw-fen-, of-en-] / əˈfɛn sɪv, ˈɔ fɛn-, ˈɒf ɛn- /




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In her absence, the Sparks went 1-2 and averaged 83 points, including their worst offensive game of the season on Tuesday in a loss to the Aces.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026

Warning: The article below contains strong language readers may find offensive.

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

One approach is the launch of a public-relations offensive to show it is actively pressing to support an increase in maritime traffic through the strait, they said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

“Alphabet’s equity raise successfully highlights the magnitude and duration of this AI buildout cycle and the market’s willingness to fund this capex for offensive purposes,” said Divyaunsh Divatia, technology research Analyst at Janus Henderson.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

Once the Austrians had assembled their troops, they planned to march into Serbia and settle the score by means of a swift offensive.

From "The War to End All Wars: World War I" by Russell Freedman




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