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offensive

[uh-fen-siv, aw-fen-, of-en-] / əˈfɛn sɪv, ˈɔ fɛn-, ˈɒf ɛn- /




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Alexander Lunin, 39, volunteered to fight in Ukraine following the start of Moscow's full-scale offensive in 2022.

From Barron's • Jun. 29, 2026

Conaway ran the passing game that Obrokta wanted, but the offensive line was still weak.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 28, 2026

For much of the match on Friday, Spain lacked better offensive coordination ahead of facing more dangerous opponents in the upcoming do-or-die rounds.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 27, 2026

It was not because of anything offensive - simply because they bore the logo of Bavaria, not Budweiser - the official World Cup sponsor.

From BBC • Jun. 25, 2026

American forces were just beginning a major offensive to clear them out.

From "Most Dangerous: Daniel Ellsberg and the Secret History of the Vietnam War" by Steve Sheinkin




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