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I think it would depend on how explicit the comment was combined with my familiarity with the person who made it. Generally speaking, it takes a lot to offend me in that way. I'm not so easily sexually harassable. But everyone is different. If you don't have a rapport with the person and are doubtful as to how the comment might be received, it might be best to err on the side of caution.
And then, there are the instances where we simply say what's on our mind without giving it much thought at all and unintentionally offend someone. 'Tis human.
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