frowned
Example Sentences
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They dress up, braid their hair in a special way and are free to dance and play together outside, something which is traditionally frowned upon at other times of the year.
From BBC ● Aug. 21, 2026
Henderson said he only realized the solicitation he’d been asked to do might be frowned upon after Orchid told him as much at their meal.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 12, 2026
In the past, administrators "frowned upon trade schools, they wanted to steer everybody to go to college."
From Barron's ● Jul. 2, 2026
In an era when younger people are often criticized for “ghosting” in friendships, dating and work, disappearing without explanation is widely frowned upon.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 13, 2026
Simon frowned and tapped his pencil against his chin.
From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood
