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Discover LudwigThe phrase "are offended" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to express that someone feels hurt or upset by something that has been said or done.
Example: "Many people are offended by the insensitive comments made during the meeting."
Alternatives: "feel insulted" or "are hurt".
Dictionary
are offended
verb
To hurt the feelings of; to displease; to make angry; to insult.
synonyms
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We are offended.
Some people are offended by pity.
"Many people are offended by this symbol".
I don't even believe they are offended.
It's not just the low scorers who are offended.
Why some of them are offended?" Rafsanjani said.
So you are offended by Zoolander 2. Who isn't?
Not all religious leaders are offended by the bus ads.
People are offended when you repeatedly turn down their invitations.
Many were offended and are offended even now.
If readers are offended, it's not apparent in the numbers.
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