take offense

idiom

: to become angry or upset by something that another person has said or done : to be offended by something
He took offense when I suggested exchanging the gift.
often + at
She takes offense at any criticism.

Examples of take offense in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Young people today seemed determined to take offense. Lizz Schumer, Peoplemag, 13 Sep. 2024 Online commentators and Reddit dwellers were quick to take offense, not only for suggesting the fan letter shortcut but also for encouraging lazy parenting. Megan Morrone, Axios, 31 July 2024 Tip Above all else, grandparents should aim to be patient with new parents and avoid being quick to take offense. Susan Adcox, Parents, 31 July 2024 But scores of less-flattering reviews followed — including CNN’s own caustic take — with many critics seeming to take offense at the satirical handling of a story about conversion practices. Jacqui Palumbo, CNN, 28 June 2024 See all Example Sentences for take offense 

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“Take offense.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/take%20offense. Accessed 3 Oct. 2024.

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