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ruff

[ruhf] / rʌf /




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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

A striking tulle ruff neck adornment opened the show, paving the way for pieces like an A-line black mini dress that captured the essence of a ballerina silhouette.

From Seattle Times Jan. 23, 2024

It can be ruff for some postal workers — especially when they’re dealing with dogs in California.

From Washington Times Jun. 5, 2023

Accompanying adults, though, are in for a ruff time.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 17, 2021

She crouches to catch his ruff in her hands.

From "The Truth as Told by Mason Buttle" by Leslie Connor




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