patronizing
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Patronizing and supporting them feels like a statement, a declaration in favor of free speech and intellectual pursuit.
From Salon • Jun. 3, 2023
Patronizing Amazon and also questioning them getting a deal like this is literally NOT hypocritical.
From New York Times • Nov. 14, 2018
Patronizing a local merchant or business means revenue for a small business which in turn equal tax revenue, which support efforts of local government.
From Washington Times • May 3, 2017
Patronizing a debate opponent is always potentially perilous, and George Bush fell into that trap in 1984 when he went up against Geraldine A. Ferraro, the first woman on a major party ticket.
From New York Times • Oct. 3, 2016
Patronizing and insulting voters is not a good way to get their support.
From US News • Jun. 4, 2014
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