Example Sentences

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It would give me enormous peace of mind without causing concern that I am offending my companions or colleagues with obvious phone-checking maneuvers.

From New York Times • Jun. 11, 2015

“It’s so annoying — and I guess I am offending prior speakers — for someone to read a six-page, single-spaced letter that we have in front of us,” Mr. DeFrancisco explained.

From New York Times • Feb. 12, 2011

It is not even a matter to be talked about—too sacred—so I am offending even against my own laws; but I wanted to know how far the old witch had got hold of you.

From Melbourne House, Volume 2 by Warner, Susan

“I’m afraid I am offending you,” said Jack, looking straight at me, “but I don’t think you do look after them properly.”

From My Friend Smith A Story of School and City Life by Reed, Talbot Baines