ruffle some feathers
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Contents
1
English
1.1
Alternative forms
1.2
Verb
1.2.1
Related terms
1.2.2
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English
Alternative forms
ruffle a few feathers
Verb
ruffle
some
feathers
(
figuratively
)
To cause a
disturbance
; to
arouse
resentment,
anger
, or
concern
.
Any frank discussion of politics is sure to
ruffle some feathers
.
Related terms
ruffle someone's feathers
See also
make waves
poke the bear
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