•This programme contains language that some viewers might find offensive.这个节目使用了某些观众可能觉得不快的语言。

•He told some really offensive sexist jokes.他讲了一些极令人不快的性别歧视的笑话。

•offensive smells难闻的味道

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•Since the other side had taken offensive action (= attacked) , we had no choice but to defend ourselves.既然对方已经采取了攻势，我们除了自卫别无选择。

•Knives of any sort are classed as offensive weapons.任何刀具都属于攻击性武器。

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•They launched the land offensive in the middle of the night.他们在午夜发动了地面进攻。

•UN troops have gone on the offensive (= started to attack).联合国军队已经开始进攻。