take a dim view of
Example Sentences
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Labour representatives and the German state of Lower Saxony, who both take a dim view of plant closures, together hold more than half the seats on the supervisory board.
From Barron's ● Jul. 24, 2026
Those worried about the possibility of bias, misuse and the loss of privacy caused by facial recognition may take a dim view of this capability of the cameras.
From BBC ● May 1, 2026
Polling shows that many Americans take a dim view of election denial.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 6, 2024
South African negotiators take a dim view of piling more debt onto Eskom, which can pay only part of its obligations now.
From Washington Post ● Oct. 31, 2021
Joe had a hunch the army would take a dim view of anyone found with one of their mules.
From The Lost Wagon by James Arthur Kjelgaard
