face disapproval
[/feɪs dɪsəˈpruːvəl/]
verb phrase
enfrentar desaprovação
1. to encounter or experience disapproval; to be met with negative judgment or criticism from others
She will likely face disapproval from her family if she quits her job.
Ela provavelmente enfrentará desaprovação de sua família se deixar o emprego.
2. to confront a situation where others show disagreement or lack of approval
The politician faced disapproval at the town hall meeting.
O político enfrentou desaprovação na reunião da câmara municipal.
In both American and Brazilian cultures, 'facing disapproval' is a common social experience, particularly in professional and family contexts. In Brazil, family approval is often highly valued, making this phrase particularly relevant in discussions about major life decisions. In the USA, individual choice is prioritized, so this phrase may relate more to professional or public criticism.
NYC Slang
catch heat, get dissed, face the heat
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