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Vocabulary Entry
offense
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A violation or breaking of a law or rule; a crime or wrongdoing.
Example Sentences
"His offense was quickly noticed by the authorities."
"She committed a minor offense but learned a valuable lesson."
"The judge imposed a sentence for the serious offense."
V
verb
To cause someone to feel upset, angry, or annoyed.
Example Sentences
"His comments might offend some people."
"She did not mean to offend her friend with her remarks."
"Be careful not to offend anyone with your jokes."