Example Sentences

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Her career has survived because comedy thrives on shock value, but also because she’s been willing to apologize, repeatedly and sincerely, and acknowledge when her humor has offended or no longer aligns with social mores.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 30, 2023

Asked why Doryen was still heading the FDA despite the report’s findings, he said, “If someone has offended, the law has to take its course.”

From Seattle Times • Jan. 24, 2023

He is not known for having good people skills and has offended some wealthy donors with what they see as a highhanded style.

From Washington Post • Nov. 19, 2022

Mr Scott said the sentencing process involves not only assessing the offence but also the person who has offended.

From BBC • Jan. 26, 2022

He deferred his departure a whole week, and during that time he made me feel what severe punishment a good yet stern, a conscientious yet implacable man can inflict on one who has offended him.

From "Jane Eyre" by Charlotte Brontë