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offense

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




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“The comments do not reflect the Tribeca Festival’s values, and we regret the hurt and offense they have caused.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026

But the Trojan bullpen picked him up, and kept the game close enough for the offense to rally.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

Mr. Bolton will instead ask the court for probation, which is far more suitable for the single offense, but a judge will decide.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

The executives believed Pelley’s behavior was insubordinate and a fireable offense, but decided to speak with him to discuss his future at the network.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026

“This is an offense directed at our very existence,” the prosecutor said of Abel’s mission in America, “and through us at the free world and civilization itself.”

From "Fallout: Spies, Superbombs, and the Ultimate Cold War Showdown" by Steve Sheinkin




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