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offense

[uh-fens, aw-fens, of-ens] / əˈfɛns, ˈɔ fɛns, ˈɒf ɛns /




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Kubiak, who electrified Seattle’s offense in only one season there, will be leading the show.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 23, 2026

They’ve been practicing the offense that new coach Klint Kubiak is bringing to Vegas after he won a Super Bowl as the offensive coordinator of the Seattle Seahawks.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 23, 2026

Smart returned for the final two games, dishing out 17 assists while the Lakers tried to keep their offense afloat without Doncic and Reaves.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 22, 2026

Chicago Bears: Zion Young, Edge, Missouri — Lots of talent on offense, but the Bears need to do everything they can to fortify their defense.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 22, 2026

Numerous states now have some type of mandatory sentencing for this offense—typically two days in jail for a first offense and two to ten days for a second offense.

From "The New Jim Crow" by Michelle Alexander




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