Example Sentences

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Ratcliffe was widely criticised for his outburst last week and later apologised if his remarks had "offended some people".

From Barron's • Feb. 20, 2026

“From their expressions and tone, Escobar understood that his statements had offended the mayor,” the claim said.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 23, 2025

However, a close aide to Lula said Milei had offended Brazil's leader and owed him an apology before any talks could start.

From Reuters • Nov. 21, 2023

In an interview this week, McNally apologized to anyone whom his social media activity had offended.

From Slate • Mar. 11, 2023

“It was quite obvious that by even mentioning this, I had offended the man,” Gold reported.

From "Bomb" by Steve Sheinkin