ruffs

plural of ruff

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ruffs
Noun
  • From that glossy start emerges an elaborate, colossal bun composed of braids in varying widths—from pencil-thin plaits woven around the base to chunkier folds making up the lion’s share of the height-enhancing sculpture.
    Marci Robin, Allure, 29 June 2026
  • The ultra-fine plaits falling past the shoulders give this look a sleek, understated finish.
    Sunnah Rasheed, InStyle, 24 June 2026
Noun
  • Overly Elaborate Pleats Heavy, elaborate pleats can make curtains look stiff and overly formal, which is why designers are favoring simpler, more elegant pleat styles.
    Sophie Flaxman, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Dec. 2025
Noun
  • Players on the fringes of a roster are the epitome of beggars can't be choosers.
    Ian Miller OutKick, FOXNews.com, 2 July 2026
  • With some help, Kristjánsson had elevated his party from the fringes to a crucial bloc in the governing coalition.
    Zach Helfand, New Yorker, 30 June 2026
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“Ruffs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ruffs. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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