bankroller
Example Sentences
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“As the principal bankroller of economic aid for Ukraine, the US would not want to deliver funds only to have them go right to the coffers of the IMF.”
From Seattle Times
But they’re the easiest to hit up by voters — and in this case also by a special interest: ride-hailing Lyft, the initiative’s big bankroller.
From Los Angeles Times
It would raise state income taxes on the richest Californians, mainly to help motorists buy electric vehicles — including drivers for ride-hailing Lyft, the measure’s big bankroller.
From Los Angeles Times
Ride-hailing Lyft is the big bankroller of Proposition 30, investing about $35 million in the measure so far.
From Los Angeles Times
Lyft has been Proposition 30’s bankroller, kicking in nearly $16 million so far.
From Los Angeles Times
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