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offend

[uh-fend] / əˈfɛnd /


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Yet the majority treats Louisiana’s mapmaking choices that offend Section 2 as if they arrived unmarked by history.

From Slate • May 8, 2026

McVay took pains to remind that the Rams are Stafford’s team, seemingly to not offend the Rams’ most important player.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 24, 2026

He didn’t offend anyone except those who wanted to be entertained.

From Salon • Apr. 24, 2026

"I didn't mean to offend anyone," he said, seeming shy and uncomfortable with the media attention the project has generated.

From Barron's • Apr. 21, 2026

They’d put their own lives in danger to look after us and the last thing I wanted was to offend them and run the risk of them throwing us out on our ears.

From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler




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