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Unjust or corrupt practice
Plural for the breach of a moral or legal code, rule, or standard
“Marking an unpatented article as patented to deceive the public is an offense punishable by a fine of not less than one hundred dollars.”
Plural for immorality, or an act of immorality or sacrilege
“Nor does forgiveness involve excusing a sinful offense.”
Plural for a scornful or hurtful act or expression
“What must be broken is the power to make people pose, because the power to force people to pose is an offense to basic human dignity.”
Plural for a fit of feeling annoyed, offended or resentful
“There are sometimes harsh opinions and views expressed, but it was never intended to cause offense to anyone.”
Plural for the shame, outrage or anger caused by a scandalous action or event
“For them, the offense felt from these slurs may be particularly intense.”
Plural for an attack or raid on an enemy
“Zeus, with his army of demons, launched an offense against Kronos and his army of betrayers.”
Plural for the state or quality of being obscene
Plural for an aggressive and violent physical act against a person or object
Plural for an instance of fierce public criticism or opposition
Plural for a witty remark
Plural for a person or thing causing inconvenience or annoyance
Plural for action or speech that makes someone angry, especially deliberately
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