frown upon (something)

To show one's disapproval of something. I just know my mother frowns upon my decision to go to a state school. Please stop frowning upon my choice and support me! Your daughter was born to be an artist. I know it's an unconventional career, but don't frown upon it.

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However, the girls don't feel comfortable playing these sports, as the boys don't like the idea of girls playing such sports and often frown upon it.

Letter: Boys and girls are always equal

Although rating agencies say they do not frown upon the use of tobacco proceeds for capital projects or even as part of a broad plan to restore fiscal stability, they are concerned about the one-time use of these nonrecurring revenues.

Governments may pay for one-time use of tobacco bonds. (News Briefs)

At the Cuba Tourist Board office in Toronto, Canada, Gabriel Alvarez--himself a native of Cardenas--says Cuban authorities disapprove of attempts to turn Elian into a tourist attraction and will likely frown upon cycling trips past the Gonzalez family home, Still, the international tug-of-war over the 6-year-old has boosted the town's cachet.

Tour d'Elian

Most clients frown upon hearing the antics of toddlers during important business conversations.

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