as in auspices
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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The New Year's Eve celebration has grown to include a long roster of musical performances and corporate sponsorships, with onlookers returning to the streets in growing numbers after the COVID-19 pandemic forced it online in 2020.—
Rachel Treisman,
NPR,
31 Dec. 2024 -
Ball contracts are massive in the sport, and these sponsorships are likely worth millions to the tours, and will result in adjustments for the players.—
Todd Boss,
Forbes,
30 Dec. 2024
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“Patronages.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/patronages. Accessed 2 May. 2025.
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