offensive
Example Sentences
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This hire is either a masterstroke that fuels the Trojans’ return to glory — or the point of no return for a head coach desperate to prove he’s not just a one-dimensional offensive savant.
From Los Angeles Times
From his flat in Wembley, the loud-mouthed and sometimes offensive comedian was making waves as a critic of the Saudi Arabian royal family.
From BBC
“Batten down the hatches! Battle of Britain! RAF on offensive!”
From Literature
If the Rams keep the picks, they could prioritize drafting a cornerback and offensive lineman.
From Los Angeles Times
When you think of the NFL's biggest names, not many are players in the offensive line.
From BBC
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
