disapproval
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"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
Jon Gould, dean of UC Irvine’s School of Social Ecology, said the level of disapproval for Trump is striking given Orange County’s generally close political divide.
From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026
The decision was met with disapproval from some of Trump's fellow Republicans in Congress, and concern from other Eastern European countries wary of Russia.
From BBC • May 1, 2026
A Washington Post-Schar School poll conducted unusually early showed a nearly even split in the governor’s approval and disapproval ratings.
From Salon • Apr. 15, 2026
Hedwig clicked her beak with a sort of dignified disapproval.
From "Harry Potter And The Prisoner Of Azkaban" by J.K. Rowling
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Power Prefix: dis-
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