Stuck on the Ruffian crossword clue from NYT Crossword published on July 29 2018? We’re here to help you solve it.
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The Verified Answer for Ruffian is:
- BRUTE
More Answers
This clue is also used in other crossword puzzles but has different answers. See the list below for all possible solutions for this clue.
- THUG
- HOOLIGAN
- HOODLUM
- HOOD
Useful hints for “Ruffian” Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Clue Explanation
▼I initially took issue to the definition here, for “Ruffian.” I always think of the filly who dominated horse racing in the ’70s and came to such a tragic end. To call her a brute is to call a Lamborghini a bulldozer, and maybe it’s because of her influence that I’ve always thought of ruffians as rakish and charming. Historically, though, “Ruffian” has been a clue for “lout,” “bully” and “hoodlum,” as well as the entry here — BRUTE.