ruffled

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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

That approach ruffled feathers across the sport, as detractors argued that the offseason shopping spree was against the spirit of college sports—a bridge too far even in the wild west of today’s NCAA.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026

Whether or not they were lobbying for inclusion, Cleland did acknowledge that feathers could be ruffled by the Bank's decision.

From BBC • Mar. 14, 2026

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

From Barron's • Feb. 28, 2026

His dark hair is slightly ruffled, the grown-up version of his son’s mischievous look.

From "The Sea in Winter" by Christine Day