on offense

phrase

US, sports
: playing on the part of the team that tries to score points or goals

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With South Carolina looking for better stability on offense and Peak trying to prove himself as a first-rounder, this team-player fit has the potential to be a major win for both sides. — Dane Brugler, New York Times, 4 Aug. 2026 Wide receiver Marquez Valdes-Scantling — Has the most NFL experience in the room and showed his size on offense during OTAs with George Pickens sidelined, but has just four special teams snaps since his rookie year in 2018. — Nick Harris. Story Produced With Ai Assistance, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 Aug. 2026 Like Williams, Ioane has the athleticism to play a skill position on offense. — Dan Albano, Oc Register, 3 Aug. 2026 Freshmen wideouts Trent Mosley and Kayden Dixon-Wyatt already made a strong impression and should immediately step into roles on offense. — Ryan Kartje, Los Angeles Times, 1 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for on offense

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“On offense.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/on%20offense. Accessed 5 Aug. 2026.

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