First offense, so to speak Crossword Clue

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Hint 1: Clue Definitions

SPEAK (verb)
1. exchange thoughts; talk with
2. use language
OFFENSE (noun)
1. a transgression that constitutes a violation of what is judged to be right
2. the team that has the ball (or puck) and is trying to score

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