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or offence
1
as in crime
a breaking of a moral or legal code
wartime offenses that are crimes against all of humanity
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2
as in offensive
the act or action of setting upon with force or violence
combat casualties grew enormously as the weapons of offense became far more technologically advanced than defensive armor
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as in outrage
an act or expression showing scorn and usually intended to hurt another's feelings
a diplomat never deliberately gives offense
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as in resentment
the feeling of being offended or resentful after a slight or indignity
my mother was prone to take offense even at the most innocent remark
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Recent Examples of offense
License plate data is only collected to issue fines for speeding and will not be utilized for other potential offenses, Bajek said.
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Maya Wilkins, Chicago Tribune, 23 June 2025
This is an obvious chips-in move for them after their half-court offense face-planted against the Golden State Warriors in the first round of the playoffs.
—John Hollinger, New York Times, 22 June 2025
After dealing for George Pickens with the Pittsburgh Steelers, Bryant thinks the Cowboys’ offense can explode this year.
—Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 22 June 2025
The addition of Durant would have helped the Heat’s struggling offense, as Miami has finished with a bottom-10 offensive rating in each of the last three regular seasons.
—Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 22 June 2025
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Maya Wilkins, Chicago Tribune, 23 June 2025
This is an obvious chips-in move for them after their half-court offense face-planted against the Golden State Warriors in the first round of the playoffs.
—John Hollinger, New York Times, 22 June 2025
After dealing for George Pickens with the Pittsburgh Steelers, Bryant thinks the Cowboys’ offense can explode this year.
—Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 22 June 2025
The addition of Durant would have helped the Heat’s struggling offense, as Miami has finished with a bottom-10 offensive rating in each of the last three regular seasons.
—Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 22 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for offense
Noun
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Her only 'crime' seems to be coming from the 'wrong' country.—
Billal Rahman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 June 2025
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Despite decades of investment, more than $74 million across 11 southern African reserves, rhino poaching continues at alarming rates, driven by global horn demand, inequality, corruption and organized crime.—
Emese Maczko,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2025
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But in Gaza, Israel’s offensive has shown no signs of abating, with Israeli fire killing hundreds of people there since the Iran-Israel conflict began.—
Kara Fox,
CNN Money,
25 June 2025
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Then over the weekend, the U.S. joined the Israeli offensive directly — bombing three Iranian nuclear facilities.—
Alex Leff,
NPR,
24 June 2025
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Guzman-Feliz’s death sparked widespread outrage and calls for justice, with the hashtag #JusticeForJunior gaining traction across social media and prompting citywide demonstrations and tributes.—
Preezy Brown,
VIBE.com,
30 June 2025
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Although the men have reached the legal age of consent, outrage has ensued.—
Marni Rose McFall,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 June 2025
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This helps prevent confusion, resentment, or unrealistic assumptions—especially under stress.—
Raul Elizalde,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2025
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Unrealistic demands can lead to burnout, resentment and a loss of productivity across the entire team.—
Julia Sullivan,
USA Today,
24 June 2025
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Beijing has also softened its regulatory assault on Chinese technology companies and the property sector.—
Jacky Wong,
WSJ,
6 Feb. 2023
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Zelenskyy has warned for weeks that Moscow aims to step up its assault after about two months of virtual stalemate along the front line that stretches across the south and east.—
Reuters,
NBC News,
31 Jan. 2023
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Under it, anyone who defames, insults or threatens the King, Queen, heir apparent, or regent faces three to 15 years in prison.—
Charlie Campbell,
Time,
26 June 2025
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In the video, Songz is seen locked in a tense exchange with an unidentified man, with both hurling insults and threats in an escalating war of words.—
Preezy Brown,
VIBE.com,
25 June 2025
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He’s allowed to feel the frustration and anger at them.—
Eric Thomas,
The Orlando Sentinel,
27 June 2025
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Unsurprisingly, in 2019, the San Francisco Chronicle reported Measure W was causing dread and anger among property owners.—
U T Editorial Board,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
27 June 2025
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Videos posted on Telegram show a large fire near Kremenchuk after the attack.—
Brady Knox,
The Washington Examiner,
29 June 2025
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Regional authorities in Lviv, which borders Poland, reported attacks on critical infrastructure but no casualties.—
Ellie Cook,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 June 2025
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“Offense.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/offense. Accessed 7 Jul. 2025.
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