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ruffled

[ruhf-uhld] / ˈrʌf əld /












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His methods ruffled feathers in both the private sector and in Congress.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026

Before all that, though, Starr was eager to talk about “Long Long Road,” whose cover photo shows pop music’s most famous drummer in a ruffled purple shirt.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 30, 2026

It was a night when Newcastle ruffled one or two feathers.

From BBC • Apr. 25, 2026

Today, at least, the bond market wasn’t ruffled.

From Barron's • Feb. 28, 2026

He puffed his breath out and ruffled the light hairs all around his face.

From "Okay for Now" by Gary D. Schmidt




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