offended
Example Sentences
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“We sincerely apologize to everyone who was hurt, disappointed, or offended by this incident.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 27, 2026
“The subjective displeasure of an offended observer does not amount to a concrete injury,” Sauer said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 21, 2026
“As a Mexican, I’m offended and embarrassed that he is returning as governor,” he said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 21, 2026
The judge found Day had "little insight into your offending or any real remorse", but he noted he had not offended since the Big Ben incident and had strong personal mitigation including failing eyesight.
From BBC ● Jul. 27, 2026
A little offended, Anya said, “Of course I can read, in Russian and Hebrew.”
From Anya and the Dragon by Sofiya Pasternack
