Meaning of 'Ruffle a few feathers'
What does the saying 'Ruffle a few feathers' mean?
Idiom: Ruffle a few feathers
Meaning:
If you ruffle a few feathers, you annoy some people when making changes or improvements.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: General |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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