as in harmless
not causing or being capable of causing injury or hurt
an inoffensive little joke at the opening of his speech
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Recent Examples of inoffensive
Instead, we’re left with Disney’s answer to centrism, a live-action adaptation of one of its most classic films that can be described, at best, as inoffensive.
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Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 21 Mar. 2025
Canada has always been an inoffensive country, and how is that working out for it?
—Rich Lowry, National Review, 9 Mar. 2025
On its face, With Love, Meghan is an inoffensive, fairly rote entry in the general category of home-hospitality shows.
—Kathryn Vanarendonk, Vulture, 5 Mar. 2025
Lemmon’s the affable, inoffensive host for the evening.
—Bill Wyman, Vulture, 28 Feb. 2025
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Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 21 Mar. 2025
Canada has always been an inoffensive country, and how is that working out for it?
—Rich Lowry, National Review, 9 Mar. 2025
On its face, With Love, Meghan is an inoffensive, fairly rote entry in the general category of home-hospitality shows.
—Kathryn Vanarendonk, Vulture, 5 Mar. 2025
Lemmon’s the affable, inoffensive host for the evening.
—Bill Wyman, Vulture, 28 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for inoffensive
Recent Examples of Synonyms for inoffensive
Adjective
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This is a harmless side effect with no association with adverse health effects.6 Kidney stones: Beets, spinach, green cabbage, rhubarb, nuts, and chocolate are high in oxalate.—
Ann Pietrangelo,
Verywell Health,
20 May 2025
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Misconception 3: Brief online connections are harmless.—
Lior Lamesh,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2025
Adjective
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The trade war wasn’t necessarily the main reason for the benign readings.—
Paul Davidson,
USA Today,
13 May 2025
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In a two-part study, individuals who used benign humor styles — like light teasing, warmth or self-enhancement — were consistently rated more positively by friends, family and even potential romantic partners.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
13 May 2025
Adjective
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One is not safer than the other—tolerance to the medications largely depends on the patient.—
Julia Ries,
Health,
13 May 2025
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Keep clear of puddles - Driving through puddles or low rainwater areas can cause vehicles to hydroplane or skid out of control Maintain a safe distance from large vehicles - Trucks or buses can produce a water spray that hampers visibility.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
13 May 2025
Adjective
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These rapid deportations mean some innocent people are being denied the chance to clear their name in a U.S. courtroom.—
Trevor Hughes,
USA Today,
19 May 2025
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Seeing innocent people arrested for exercising their civil rights, sparked his desire to pursue a career in law.—
J.M. Banks,
Kansas City Star,
18 May 2025
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“Inoffensive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inoffensive. Accessed 24 May. 2025.
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