expression, i-adjective
no offense intended; I don't mean anything by it
Used to clarify that a remark or action was not meant to be hurtful or have an ulterior motive. Often said when one fears being misunderstood.
他意はないから、気を悪くしないでね。
I didn't mean anything by it, so please don't take it the wrong way.
彼の言葉には他意はないと思う。
I think there was no offense intended in his words.