1
as in sponsorship
the financial support and general guidance for an undertaking
a symphony orchestra that had long relied upon the patronage of the city's moneyed old guard
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as in business
transactions or economic support provided by customers
he refuses to give his patronage to any corporation that is not socially conscious
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Recent Examples of patronage
This week’s missile barrage also made for good PR, especially in Lebanon, where the government has moved to stop Iran’s patronage of Hezbollah and limit its influence on the country’s affairs.
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Nabih Bulos,
Los Angeles Times,
10 June 2026
In her account, Richmond indeed emerges as its progenitor—through his theorizing, his behind-the-scenes parliamentary and polemical maneuvering, and his patronage of Thomas Paine.
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Adam Gopnik,
New Yorker,
8 June 2026
The group emerged, with Iranian patronage, from the 1982 Israeli occupation of Beirut.
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Mick Krever,
CNN Money,
6 June 2026
In 2026 – the 250th anniversary of the United States, and the 180th anniversary of Mary’s patronage – some of that history may feel distant.
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Bridget Retzloff,
The Conversation,
2 June 2026
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Nabih Bulos,
Los Angeles Times,
10 June 2026
In her account, Richmond indeed emerges as its progenitor—through his theorizing, his behind-the-scenes parliamentary and polemical maneuvering, and his patronage of Thomas Paine.
—
Adam Gopnik,
New Yorker,
8 June 2026
The group emerged, with Iranian patronage, from the 1982 Israeli occupation of Beirut.
—
Mick Krever,
CNN Money,
6 June 2026
In 2026 – the 250th anniversary of the United States, and the 180th anniversary of Mary’s patronage – some of that history may feel distant.
—
Bridget Retzloff,
The Conversation,
2 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for patronage
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The brands seeing the strongest returns are not treating Formula 1 as a static sponsorship exercise.
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Roth, 48, is the CEO and founder of Silent Partner Advisory, which supports cultural organizations through strategy, business development and corporate sponsorships.
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Flames raced through rows of vehicles at a Rancho Cordova salvage yard Friday evening, engulfing between 50 and 100 vehicles before more than 70 firefighters contained the blaze and kept it from spreading to neighboring businesses.
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There were no signs of rodents at any businesses during this inspection period, but dead roaches were found at Conservatory at Plano, at 6401 Ohio Drive.
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Years before Travis Kelce knelt to the ground and pulled out a custom ring for Taylor Swift, the Kansas City Chiefs player was just a fan in the stands who was desperate for a meet-and-greet with the superstar.
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The sumptuous design extends throughout the property, from the dining room, adorned with Murano glass chandeliers and wall sconces, to the moody bar and lounge with its fine wood paneling and custom ironwork.
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“Patronage.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/patronage. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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