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“persona non gratae”
An unacceptable person: Persona non grata literally means a “person not appreciated", which usually refers to a foreign individual whose entrance or residency in a particular country is prohibited by that country's government.
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Although normally of diplomatic usage, persona non grata may be used in any situation which expresses the undesirability of someone.
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Latin Proverbs, Mottoes, Phrases, and Words: Group P
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person-, parson-
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