disapproving

Example Sentences

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But gasoline is approaching $4 a gallon, interest rates have nudged up 50 basis points, and opinion polls are disapproving.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 23, 2026

They can issue a resolution disapproving of the president’s conduct.

From Slate • Mar. 2, 2026

When questioned, he claimed to be a US official before leaving to disapproving looks from locals, according to an AFP journalist at the scene.

From Barron's • Jan. 29, 2026

The poll found 61% of Californians disapproved of the change, with 43% strongly disapproving of it, while 36% approved of it, with 21% strongly approving of it.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 27, 2025

He pointed a disapproving finger at what remained of Donovan’s sandwich.

From "I, Robot" by Isaac Asimov