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disapproval

[dis-uh-proo-vuhl] / ˌdɪs əˈpru vəl /


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In this new attempt, his lawyers said the previous Court of Appeal decision wrongly applied the law due to "moral disapproval".

From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026

Noem was the public face of that disapproval, strutting forward with arrogance in the face of public censure, a veritable clown show of ineptitude.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 6, 2026

However, Jeffries’ disapproval did not deter seven Democratic representatives from supporting the bill.

From Salon • Jan. 22, 2026

The president has made no secret of his disapproval of Powell, criticizing him repeatedly for not supporting more aggressive interest rate cuts.

From Barron's • Jan. 16, 2026

“I made your favorite biryani,” Naano says, and clucks her disapproval.

From "Zara’s Rules for Record-Breaking Fun" by Hena Khan




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