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🪶ruffle

verb
/ˈrʌf.l̩/
Ruffian Rugged

Meaning

to disturb the smoothness of something; to annoy or upset someone

Example Sentences

The wind ruffled her hair.

Example Expressions

ruffle someone's feathers

Synonyms

disturb, muss, agitate, irritate, annoy

Antonyms

smooth, calm, soothe

Collocations

ruffle feathers, ruffle hair, ruffle papers, ruffle dress

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