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"the offensive" is a correct and usable phrase in written English
It is typically used to describe a military attack, often on a larger scale. Example: The North launched a large-scale offensive against the South, completely overwhelming their defenses.
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the offensive
adjective
Causing offense; arousing a visceral reaction of disgust, anger, or hatred.
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The offensive was routed.
The offensive stalled.
On the offensive line?
The delay doomed the offensive.
Cornwallis, however, took the offensive.
"They're constantly on the offensive.
The offensive ad went viral.
The offensive worried Kazakh officials.
On the offensive end?
Spain on the offensive.
involvement in the offensive.
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