offense
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Everyone has their own idea of what kind of quarterback fits their offense.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 11, 2026
Her offense is recognizing the truth that differences between men and women are real and substantive.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 10, 2026
Marshall won 20-0 behind three-year starting quarterback Jaylin Macias, whose departure gives her backup, Diana Sandoval, an opportunity to run coach Shane Gerard’s offense.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 9, 2026
They were the days when kids went to their neighborhood schools, and Marsh took advantage with a run-oriented offense that left defenses unable to stop the Tigers.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 7, 2026
Mae pressed her palm to her chest, feigning offense.
From "Willodeen" by Katherine Applegate
Seeking to deny Lavie mental health diversion, prosecutors said she was plotting behind bars and engaging in conduct very similar to the charged offenses.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 11, 2026
However, faced with missing the playoffs for the fifth straight season, the Giants shipped his expiring contract to a team that has October ambitions but one of the National League’s worst offenses.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 5, 2026
British prosecutors said Saturday the brothers are facing a total of 59 charges for alleged offenses that took place between 2010 and 2017.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 19, 2026
The company, according to county attorneys, faced California Division of Occupational Safety and Health citations and more than $900,000 in fines from the South Coast Air Quality Management District for past offenses.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 18, 2026
A litany of attacks, suspicions, and far-fetched offenses began erupting in the RJFers’ direction after the Saemi incident, and few from the group escaped Bobby’s wrath.
From "Endgame" by Frank Brady
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