offended
Example Sentences
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The rest of their sentence would be spent in the community, where they would be monitored and could be returned to prison if they offended again.
From BBC ● Jul. 23, 2026
Anna keeps prefacing her remarks with the words “no offense,” but Pete can’t help being offended by her pointed disdain.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 19, 2026
Most people said they wouldn’t be offended, though some offered situations in which they would also feel confused.
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 16, 2026
Turkey on Tuesday expressed alarm over a weekend gig by Kanye West in Istanbul attended by nearly 120,000 fans, saying it included elements that offended its spiritual sensitivities.
From Barron's ● Jun. 2, 2026
“That’s actually not for you to decide, Miche,” my dad said gently, almost offended.
From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama
