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  1. ruffle any feathers: Merriam-Webster
  2. ruffle any feathers: Wiktionary

Definitions from Wiktionary (Ruffle any feathers)

verb:  Alternative form of ruffle some feathers; used in negative-polarity contexts [(informal, figuratively) To cause a disturbance; to arouse resentment, anger, or concern.]

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