frowned on
Example Sentences
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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
“It’s a little frowned on if someone doesn’t show up,” one member said.
From New York Times ● Dec. 16, 2022
Van Seenus said it was frowned on when she started out for models to pursue other careers or public passions.
From Seattle Times ● Nov. 16, 2022
Courts have frowned on sharing nonpublic data among competitors.
From Salon ● Oct. 18, 2022
But her father had frowned on such and would call Polly inside their small house.
From "Copper Sun" by Sharon M. Draper
