Definition of 'cause offence'
Example sentences containing 'cause offence'
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You will need to reassure him that you do not want to cause offence or distress. Times, Sunday Times (2008)That something causes offence to a minority has been the best excuse for demanding censorship for sometime. Times, Sunday Times (2006)That it is something that can cause offence? The Sun (2015)It would be impossible to stop him saying something that would cause offence. Times, Sunday Times (2012)They were likely to cause offence and result in a perception of unfairness. Times, Sunday Times (2007)Gently remind employees that they should behave in a manner that is not likely to cause offence or distress to any other guests. Times, Sunday Times (2007)We were told by one officer that if we caused offence and distress, we would be arrested. Times, Sunday Times (2013)Can I ask for something smaller without causing offence to him? Times, Sunday Times (2013)
Definition of cause offence from the Collins English Dictionary
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