offended

Example Sentences

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People get offended that you’re suggesting such a thing, which makes me think we’re already too far down the line.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 11, 2026

"I almost get offended when people are accusing that because of the way the players have prepared for the game and the way they left the changing room," he said.

From BBC • May 9, 2026

“I would have been offended if they hadn’t asked me,” she said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 28, 2026

In one sentence he offended both the U.S. and Japan.

From Salon • Mar. 20, 2026

They huddled under Abel’s jacket, he offended at the thoughtless weather, she worried, both hoping the downpour would soon let up.

From "Abel's Island" by William Steig