offended
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"Time does not mean anything when you are about to have water lapping at your door," Peter Dutton quipped, before being told a microphone was still on, in remarks that offended Pacific island leaders.
From Barron's ● Nov. 14, 2026
Now, that joke did actually offend plenty of people, while Obama’s joke offended zero people.
From Slate ● Oct. 31, 2026
She said she was left feeling stressed, exhausted and offended, it adds.
From BBC ● Oct. 29, 2026
You do whatever you want; I’m not offended by any of it.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 24, 2026
“Sorry about that. It’s Rayburn. He’s got a touch of gas,” Holly whispered and pointed to the bulldog as though he might be offended if he overheard.
From "Hope Springs" by Jaime Berry
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