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patronage

[pey-truh-nij, pa‑] / ˈpeɪ trə nɪdʒ, ˈpæ‑ /




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In the late 1970s, during that period of Soviet patronage, Hall decided to get into real estate.

From Slate Sep. 18, 2026

The two young admirals, many assert, enjoyed meteoric career rises thanks to family patronage: They are nephews of a former secretary of the navy, José Rafael Ojeda Durán.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 3, 2026

The Treasury Department added that it has now imposed sanctions on over 200 individuals, entities and vessels operating under Shamkhani's patronage.

From Barron's Jul. 14, 2026

Its unifying force was a combination of Banerjee's charismatic personal appeal and the patronage that comes with power.

From BBC Jun. 8, 2026

If this merchant couple did agree to a patronage, it would add not only prestige but new revenue for the zoo.

From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray




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