Ruffle and Startle

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Ruffle verb - To disturb the peace of mind of (someone) especially by repeated disagreeable acts.

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Startle and ruffle are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Startle" instead a verb "Ruffle".

Nearby Words: ruffled, ruff, ruffling

Startle verb - To make a strong impression on (someone) with something unexpected.

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Ruffle and startle are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Ruffle" instead a verb "Startle".

Nearby Words: startling, startled, startler

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