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on offense

idiom

US, sports
: playing on the part of the team that tries to score points or goals

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For the Chiefs, the team will be at a big loss, as the team has ruled out two important players on offense ahead of the matchup. James Brizuela, MSNBC Newsweek, 26 Nov. 2025 The problem with its X post is that playing defense can only be a distraction for a company that is so clearly on offense. Reed Albergotti, semafor.com, 26 Nov. 2025 Ioane played every position on offense except quarterback, running back and wide receiver as a sophomore, including all five spots on the offensive line, fullback and 14 snaps at tight end. Eddie Brown, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Nov. 2025 Or any move that would ensure Patullo never makes a meaningful decision on offense after the Eagles sat on their hands at Dallas and watched a 21-0 lead turn into a 24-21 loss on Sunday. CBS News, 25 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for on offense

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“On offense.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/on%20offense. Accessed 1 Dec. 2025.

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