patroness

Example Sentences

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Authorities estimated that over five million faithful visited the Basilica during the days leading up to the annual celebration of the country’s patroness.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 12, 2023

Many stopped to kiss an icon of the patroness of their city, which an employee of the church said had been pulled from the rubble.

From New York Times • Jul. 25, 2023

Local officials said the icon of the patroness of the city was retrieved from under the rubble.

From Washington Times • Jul. 23, 2023

She’s been known as the patroness of those with nervous disorders ever since.

From Los Angeles Times • May 14, 2022

Isannah, very good and quiet, was snuggled close to her, her hand in that of her patroness.

From "Johnny Tremain" by Esther Hoskins Forbes