I was in a respectable restaurant, giving offence to no one.
It was kindly said, and very far from giving offence.
Now, I am certain that the poor little woman never meant to wound my feelings, nor give me offence.
I hope that my manner hasn't in any way given you offence.
You have seen what happens to those who give offence to our brotherhood.
I've promised solemnly not to give offence for a whole year.
He had come close to giving offence to his friend.
He did give offence by it, and truly I think they grew to hate each other.
I appear to have given you offence also with my clumsy tongue.
You can give mortal offence without even knowing you've done it.