unruffle
Americanverb (used with object)
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to calm (someone).
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to smooth out (something).
verb (used without object)
Etymology
Origin of unruffle
Example Sentences
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It had to go off somewhere to sit in a huff, unruffle its feathers, and regain its ruthless composure.
From "Abel's Island" by William Steig
Where'er he guides His finny coursers and in triumph rides, The waves unruffle and the sea subsides.
From The Aeneid English by Virgil
Were the great-little Scotsman with me now, Like proud McGregor on his native heath, Breathing pure-scented, honey-laden breath, How his cock-nose would drop, his flaming crest Droop and unruffle!
From Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 105, September 16th, 1893 by Various
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