patron saint

Example Sentences

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But then one of their tormentors became a patron saint.

From Barron's • Feb. 27, 2026

He is also the patron saint of animals and the environment.

From BBC • Feb. 22, 2026

The giant candlesticks’ scrolled feet support robustly modeled evangelists; Mark is most conspicuous, as befits the patron saint of Venice.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 12, 2025

Among the small community of people who adore the photoplayer, Rinaudo is something of a patron saint.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 3, 2025

My grandmother switches her prayers to St. Ann, patron saint of difficult labor.

From "Angela's Ashes: A Memoir" by Frank McCourt