offended
Example Sentences
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She’s a little rain cloud of a person, dour and humorless, though perhaps rightly offended by being passed over.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 5, 2026
It offended German sensibilities to have an Italian suitor for a blue-chip, analysts said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 8, 2026
"We recognise that it has offended many people, especially women. We take responsibility for any negligence in creating and reviewing the content of the advert," Dettol said in a statement on Monday.
From BBC ● Jun. 23, 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
Instead of getting offended or weirded out like most people would have, Dari said, “Pleased to make your acquaintance, Head Sheriff,” and laughed and shook her hand.
From "The Science of Breakable Things" by Tae Keller
