offend
Example Sentences
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The two brothers appeared in court on Wednesday to face charges of using a carriage service to harass or offend.
From BBC • May 21, 2026
It seems it was either unaware—or unbothered—that renaming MetLife for the World Cup as “New York New Jersey Stadium” might offend sensibilities west of the Hudson River.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 17, 2026
Yet the majority treats Louisiana’s mapmaking choices that offend Section 2 as if they arrived unmarked by history.
From Slate • May 8, 2026
Not to offend our Lone Star friends, but so far this is all hat and no cattle.
From Barron's • May 1, 2026
Unless I’m very much mistaken, I think I’ve just managed to offend her.
From "Water for Elephants" by Sara Gruen
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