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frown on
verb as in disapprove
Strong matches
verb as in discountenance
verb as in disesteem
Strong matches
Example Sentences
While doping is generally frowned on, a conspicuous counterexample is in the works: the “Enhanced Games,” a series of athletic contests in which performance-enhancing drugs are allowed.
And third, the Supreme Court has frowned on recent presidents who relied on old laws to justify bold, new, costly regulations.
What he wears that is noticeable is the heavy frown on his face.
The music that had been frowned on by the bosses in the 70s was now classic rock and he had a loyal fanbase who recognised him as one of their own.
Owners might initially frown on a woman being a jockey.
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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
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