ruff
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These characters, representing mythical beings, are ornamented with fine drapery, ruff collars and jewelry.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 25, 2026
Fitzjohn's Primary School in Hampstead was also shortlisted with the joke: "Gnasher tried to open a store. Business was ruff!"
From BBC ● Jun. 11, 2025
It can be ruff for some postal workers — especially when they’re dealing with dogs in California.
From Washington Times ● Jun. 5, 2023
Soften the edges of the planting with a ruff of Japanese forest grass.
From Seattle Times ● Apr. 1, 2023
He’s still in costume—a billowing white affair with multicolored polka dots, a triangular hat, and Elizabethan ruff.
From "Water for Elephants" by Sara Gruen
