offended

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"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

And then he must profusely deny his discomfort when Jay gravely says, “I’ve offended you,” and loftily—but also threateningly?—adds,

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 19, 2026

And Agent Fiona nearly caused an international incident when, as a Junior Agent, she greatly offended the Origami Hive Mind by insisting that scissors beats paper in a game of rock, paper, scissors.

From "Amari and the Night Brothers" by B.B. Alston