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as in thorn
something that is a source of irritation
a spouse's snoring is one ruffle that many couples must eventually come to terms with
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as in to annoy
to disturb the peace of mind of (someone) especially by repeated disagreeable acts
the stream of minor complaints finally ruffled him into snapping, "If you don't like the way I'm doing it, do it yourself!"
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Recent Examples of ruffle
Anthony Rotunno, New York Times, 14 Apr. 2025
The dress is designed with a simple crew neckline, flowy sleeves, and a ruffle hem skirt bottom.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 31 Mar. 2025
Jamie Allison Sanders, People.com, 2 May 2025
The fit was central to Chloé’s collection of rocker-meets-free-spirit ruffled tops and statement coats.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 2 May 2025
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Noun
Noah Cyrus: Most Victorian Valley Girl! Image A high collar and ruffles were among the details that gave the singer’s white dress a bygone feel.
—Anthony Rotunno, New York Times, 14 Apr. 2025
The dress is designed with a simple crew neckline, flowy sleeves, and a ruffle hem skirt bottom.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 31 Mar. 2025
Verb
This lightweight dress is an instant winner, thanks to a V-neckline, seven-button front, and ruffled hem.
—Jamie Allison Sanders, People.com, 2 May 2025
The fit was central to Chloé’s collection of rocker-meets-free-spirit ruffled tops and statement coats.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 2 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ruffle
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It's fitted through the chest and waist and has a full skirt detailed with a tiered flounce and delicate ruffles.—
Nora Colomer
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FOXNews.com,
30 Apr. 2025
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Fringe was responsible for a lot of movement, flounce, and drama this Fashion Week.—
Victoria Montalti,
refinery29.com,
12 Feb. 2025
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Lai, a pugnacious former publisher whose now shuttered tabloid Apple Daily was a regular thorn in Beijing’s side, is in the midst of a national security trial that could send him to prison for life.—
Juliana Liu,
CNN Money,
10 May 2025
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The absence of Curry will be a big thorn in the Warriors' side as he's been great these playoffs.—
Ricardo Klein,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 May 2025
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But until Tuesday afternoon, four days out, there had been no announcement of what acts would be performing, or even where the show would be held The radio silence annoyed fans, who said so online.—
Lisa Gutierrez,
Kansas City Star,
14 May 2025
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Nearly one-half of Republicans (52%) are annoyed with how much attention is being paid to climate change vs. only 13% for Democrats.—
Robert G. Eccles,
Forbes.com,
13 May 2025
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For lawn care, start with just mowing before adding edging and landscaping.—
Sarah Hernholm,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2025
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To add a simple yet effective border to your garden, skip the plastic edging and instead go for a more natural look.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
29 Mar. 2025
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When Maura began shaking and complaining of a headache and shortness of breath, her lawyer says it was dismissed as a panic attack.—
Gillian Telling,
People.com,
9 May 2025
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The dietitian said grape skins also contain tannins, which have antioxidant properties and help give red wine a distinct flavor, but they may also be linked to headaches.—
Amy McGorry,
FOXNews.com,
9 May 2025
Verb
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Use your hands: Since washcloths and sponges can irritate the skin, apply cleansers using your fingers, moving then over the skin in a circular motion.—
Mark Gurarie,
Verywell Health,
14 May 2025
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Aggressive or improper neck manipulation can irritate or compress nerves in your cervical spine, causing pain, numbness, muscle weakness, or tingling that radiates into your shoulders, arms, or hands.—
Lindsay Curtis,
Health,
12 May 2025
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After completing training with an infantry unit in the summer of 2023, he was assigned that fall to an outpost on the Gaza border staffed by 16 soldiers.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
13 May 2025
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What transpired after India’s May 7 military response was the most serious incident between India and Pakistan since the 1999 Kargil border conflict.—
Lisa Curtis,
Foreign Affairs,
13 May 2025
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Resurging opposition to fluoridation — the practice of adding fluoride to public water systems at safe levels to prevent tooth decay — has been a nuisance for dentists, researchers and public health experts.—
Angela Palermo,
Idaho Statesman,
12 May 2025
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How to get rid of gnats Generally, gnats are more of a nuisance than an actual threat to humans.—
Cody Godwin,
USA Today,
7 May 2025
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“Ruffle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ruffle. Accessed 22 May. 2025.
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