ruffled

Example Sentences

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Wind ruffled Harding’s hair as he took time to shake hands and introduce himself to every Bowl employee he came into contact with.

From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026

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

From BBC • Apr. 25, 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

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

From Barron's • Feb. 28, 2026

Boo’s feathers ruffled when he mentioned the Council.

From "Aru Shah and the End of Time" by Roshani Chokshi