patronage

Example Sentences

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The commissioned portraits of Parsi elite "reflect the patronage networks and social aspirations of the community" which formed the mercantile fabric of the city in the early 20th century.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

The new lineup would likely reflect his priorities, including military modernization and tightening supervision of an officer corps long riven with patronage networks.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 8, 2026

"Villagers still have expectations of their MPs because under our centralised government system they can't access resources fairly. They have to rely on the patronage network for their families' security."

From BBC • Feb. 24, 2026

Basically what the shah ran inside Iran was a vast patronage system.

From Salon • Jan. 17, 2026

‘Certainly, sir. I’m humbly grateful for your august patronage.’

From "Johnny Tremain" by Esther Hoskins Forbes