Sentence examples for offend from inspiring English sources

Graham Watson, leader of the Liberal Democrats in the European parliament, condemned Mr Berlusconi's comments as words which "debase the presidency of the [EU] council and offend Europe".

A further statement, in English, says: "It was never our intention to offend, and we apologize.

He wrote to his 3,589 followers: "Cameron dare not stop Pfizer because he dare not offend the US in any way.

Texas rejected an application to issue one on the grounds that it could offend some.

"We're so sensitive to make sure we don't offend certain religions, but then we act like Christians can't have the convictions that they have had for over 2,000 years".

I wonder if there's anyone left who thinks freedom (including the freedom to offend and disgust) is the most important thing of all.

Ultimately, Basterds proved less likely to offend than an average episode of 'Allo 'Allo!

They mega offend Me what say you pal ???

But the fact remains, today's young people, anxious to offend as ever, need to embrace the opportunity Barlow has offered them to discover an avatar of offence that is entirely appropriate to our corrupt era.

Several political parties tried to prolong his detention, arguing he might re-offend or be targeted by vigilantes; Mr Fortuyn has become something of a secular saint to his supporters, and his assassin is widely despised.

Those in touch with their families are less likely to re-offend, and so are those who have jobs to go to when they leave.