ruffled

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

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

White likewise plays down the impact of forays into local politics by fellow US ambassadors that have ruffled feathers in France, Poland and elsewhere.

From Barron's • Apr. 21, 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

This ruffled feathers in a way none of her previous campaigns had, and the pushback she received only fed her beliefs about vast conspiracies.

From Slate • Feb. 27, 2026

Mr. Lemoncello wore a bright red and blue Revolutionary War outfit with a ruffled collar and a cape.

From "Mr. Lemoncello's Library Olympics" by Chris Grabenstein