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offensive

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




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Judge Cummings said: "If there ever was any remorse it is completely nullified by these offensive lies."

From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026

But the early season shooting display was a fleeting offensive highlight for LaRavia.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026

“China’s offensive strategy allows them to control the supply chain,” said Tomasz Nadrowski, a longtime investor in critical minerals and author of a recent book on China’s sector dominance.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026

"As Sentebale’s co-founder and a founding trustee, they categorically reject these offensive and damaging claims," a spokesperson for the pair said in a statement.

From Barron's • Apr. 10, 2026

When Coach goes over the new offensive plays, I’m relieved to find myself still practicing with the first squad.

From "Boy21" by Matthew Quick




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