with approbation
Example Sentences
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The label is not met with approbation by everyone.
From National Geographic • Feb. 19, 2016
Zink began writing at a young age as well, but, unlike her reading, that behavior was not met with approbation.
From The New Yorker • May 11, 2015
The official communiqu�s declared: "The public received the news of the political change with approbation."
From Time Magazine Archive
Another "younger" writer, whose book Shane you mentioned with approbation, wasn't named at all.
From Time Magazine Archive
Jasper slipped out the back way, pushed aside the rusty gate, said a friendly word to Pilot, who wagged his tail with approbation, and carrying a basket on her arm, walked slowly down the road.
From A Very Naughty Girl by Meade, L. T.
