no offense
Related to no offense: No offense meant, No offense taken
no offense
What I have said or am about to say is not meant to offend or insult you, even though it could be interpreted that way. No offense, but I think it may be time you cleaned up your kitchen. All I'm saying is that I think we could use some more help with the renovation. No offense, John, you've been a big help.
See also: no, offense
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
no offense
Please don't feel insulted, I don't mean to offend you, as in No offense, but I think you're mistaken. This expression, first recorded in 1829, generally accompanies a statement that could be regarded as insulting but is not meant to be, as in the example.
See also: no, offense
The American Heritage® Dictionary of Idioms by Christine Ammer.
no ofˈfence
(spoken) used to say that you do not mean to upset or insult somebody by something you say or do: No offence, but I’d really like to be on my own.See also: no, offence
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary
- no offence
- no offense meant
- step on someone's toes
- step on toes
- personal
- (it's) nothing personal
- fire insults at (one)
- hurl insults
- hurl insults (at one)
- tread on (someone's) toes