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Recent Examples of ruff
Kaplan adds that his experiments were done on mice (mice who were wearing tiny, adorable Elizabethan ruffs, no less) and have not yet been done on humans.
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Avery Hurt, Discover Magazine, 29 Mar. 2025
The Puppy Bowl starting line-up is ready for ruff competition.
—Nicole Fallert, USA TODAY, 7 Feb. 2025
Her four backup dancers wore Victorian garb, one even sported a black and white neck ruff.
—Audrey Gibbs, The Tennessean, 17 June 2024
East wins, returns his last club and ruffs the third club.
—Frank Stewart, The Mercury News, 11 Nov. 2024
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Avery Hurt, Discover Magazine, 29 Mar. 2025
The Puppy Bowl starting line-up is ready for ruff competition.
—Nicole Fallert, USA TODAY, 7 Feb. 2025
Her four backup dancers wore Victorian garb, one even sported a black and white neck ruff.
—Audrey Gibbs, The Tennessean, 17 June 2024
East wins, returns his last club and ruffs the third club.
—Frank Stewart, The Mercury News, 11 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ruff
Noun
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The look became a real-life flower crown in an adorable way, with fresh white flowers tucked into the plait.—
Janine Henni,
People.com,
21 July 2025
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Her black hair was tied into a long plait that fell over her shoulder.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
11 July 2025
Noun
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His escape shot flew past the pin and settled on the fringe, 16 feet away from the hole.—
Devlina Sarkar,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Aug. 2025
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The Brazil striker, the Bees’ most expensive ever acquisition at around €35 million ($41 million), arrived last summer but has been on the fringes.—
Henry Flynn,
Forbes.com,
8 Aug. 2025
Noun
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The high-rise pants seem to strike the perfect balance of tailored and relaxed, with a chic, wide leg and perfect pleats in the front.—
Kristine Thomason,
Travel + Leisure,
6 Aug. 2025
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They are handcrafted and stitched with a 4-inch pleat.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
29 July 2025
Noun
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The Ultra Luxury trim adds features like an ultra high end interior with advanced technology, enhanced comfort and convenience accessories.—
Tony Leopardo,
Mercury News,
10 Aug. 2025
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Gold trim outlines the crown molding, heavy gilded frames crowd the walls, and the presidential seal above has been painted to catch the light.—
Jesus Mesa,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Aug. 2025
Noun
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The Better Homes & Gardens 9' Scallop Patio Umbrella offers an affordable option for those who are fond of the soothing blue color and charming scallop edging.—
Sandi Schwartz,
Better Homes & Gardens,
13 June 2025
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Thin plastic edging may break down quickly, so choose something that will hold up over time.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
23 July 2025
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“Ruff.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ruff. Accessed 19 Aug. 2025.
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