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disapproval

[dis-uh-proo-vuhl] / ˌdɪs əˈpru vəl /


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The latest Reuters/Ipsos poll found that Trump’s approval rating among his base rural voters is now at 50%, down from 60% in February, with a disapproval rating of 48%, up from 34%.

From Salon • Jun. 16, 2026

"We must be very careful, because he has a positive side that benefits us but also a high disapproval rating," he said, alluding to polls showing that Brazilians are divided over the US president.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

Now residents pack the room to voice their disapproval of the data center.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 26, 2026

Bass has been running for a second four-year term while seeking to overcome high disapproval numbers, with voters expressing dissatisfaction over her handling of housing production, homelessness and other issues.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 24, 2026

Dawn Celeste and Luke are doing impressions of Luke’s parents, and their rigid disapproval of anything that doesn’t follow their plan.

From "A Heart in a Body in the World" by Deb Caletti




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