offensive

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It was shared by the deputy leader of Lancashire County Council, Simon Evans, who later apologised for re-posting the message and said "did not notice" the offensive text.

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026

It said the new Type 12 missile is clearly an offensive capability rather than a defensive one, and has strong stealth performance.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

Karen Zacarías initially conceptualized “Destiny of Desire” as a response to offensive stereotypes.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 29, 2026

If you can cut costs and improve revenue, that is an offensive move.

From Barron's • Mar. 27, 2026

Aru narrowed her eyes, and Spring hastily added, “I don’t mean that in an offensive way, of course!”

From "Aru Shah and the End of Time" by Roshani Chokshi