offended

Example Sentences

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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

Spanish officials say they were offended that King Felipe VI was not invited.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 18, 2026

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

From Salon • Mar. 20, 2026

“If professionals feel offended and disengage, they will provide a less effective service, which in turn may lead clients to rely even more on AI, which further weakens the relationship,” says Palmeira.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 18, 2026

Most of them prefer to say sorry for having offended someone rather than being sorry for the offense itself.

From "Not Nothing" by Gayle Forman