disapproving

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His hard-line immigration policies have proven to be particularly unpopular, with six in 10 residents disapproving of his actions, according to the survey, a stark contrast to the county’s historical stance on the issue.

From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026

Worryingly for Lula, the Datafolha poll showed 51 percent of voters disapproving of his performance.

From Barron's • Apr. 24, 2026

They can issue a resolution disapproving of the president’s conduct.

From Slate • Mar. 2, 2026

Tenor Glenn Seven Allen was a solid Guillot; Justin Lee Miller’s rolling bass supplied richness as the Count Des Grieux, the Chevalier’s disapproving father.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 17, 2026

“I’m . . . here . Harry panted, skidding to a halt in the mud and accidentally splattering Fleur’s robes. “Where have you been?” said a bossy, disapproving voice.

From "Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire" by J. K. Rowling