offended

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Turkey on Tuesday expressed alarm over a weekend gig by Kanye West in Istanbul attended by nearly 120,000 fans, saying it included elements that offended its spiritual sensitivities.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

O'Farrell called them out for "implying my dad is a terrorist bomber. It was a strange moment. Everybody was slightly offended by my fury".

From BBC • May 22, 2026

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

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

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 18, 2026

The twins, offended by the little faith of their so-called family, insisted on keeping to the schedule and vowed to prove themselves.

From "The Vanderbeekers of 141st Street" by Karina Yan Glaser