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adjective
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In a country where corruption is rife but ostentatious displays of wealth are frowned upon, Zanjani attracted ire among many.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 4, 2026
Many companies have already been in their unofficial “quiet period” for weeks so even subtle messages to the investor community are frowned upon.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026
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- socially unacceptable
- not a good look
- major faux pas
- gets the side-eye
Possible Antonyms
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- the move
- totally fine
- given the green light
- standard practice
- a good look
