frowned on
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Greenspan overcame his bashfulness in 1987 to ask Nancy Reagan, who frowned on unwed couples at formal events, if his invitation to a White House state dinner could include Mitchell as his guest.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 22, 2026
We work in broken systems, where asking for time off is frowned on.
From Salon ● Sep. 9, 2023
By the 1990s, though, when von Bothmer donated his last fragment to the reconstruction, museums had embraced stricter guidelines that frowned on the acquisition of ancient objects that lacked a back story.
From New York Times ● Apr. 19, 2023
Church leaders in the Philippines have frowned on the crucifixions and self-flagellations, saying Filipinos can show their deep faith and religious devotion without hurting themselves and by doing charity work instead, such as donating blood.
From Seattle Times ● Apr. 6, 2023
"They frowned on me, for certain," the singer said.
From "A Game of Thrones" by George R.R. Martin
