offending

Example Sentences

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The image of an officer peering into the empty driver’s seat of the offending vehicle may have been good for a chuckle, but other incidents have been no laughing matter.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

"The facts concerning Mr Tarrant's offending are beyond dispute. He has not identified any arguable defence, or indeed any defence known to the law."

From Barron's • Apr. 30, 2026

Royal meaning must often be decoded, and the King will have wanted to avoid offending his host.

From BBC • Apr. 29, 2026

She appealed for anybody with information about Quinn and his offending to contact the force.

From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026

They were afraid of offending her, afraid of staring at it, even while they were stealing a glance or two.

From "Krik? Krak!" by Edwidge Danticat