1
as in sponsorship
the financial support and general guidance for an undertaking
a symphony orchestra that had long relied upon the patronage of the city's moneyed old guard
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as in business
transactions or economic support provided by customers
he refuses to give his patronage to any corporation that is not socially conscious
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Recent Examples of patronage
Both brands depend on the patronage of affluent consumers.
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Pamela N. Danziger, Forbes.com, 11 June 2025
Representatives from both Save the Children and Riding for the Disabled — Anne's most longstanding patronages — were in attendance at the forum.
—Greta Bjornson, People.com, 6 June 2025
After the allegations, Andrew resigned from his public roles with the royal family in May 2020, and had his honorary military affiliations and royal charitable patronages removed by his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, in January 2022.
—Jason Pham, StyleCaster, 28 May 2025
Like her grandmother, Queen Mother Sirikit, whose royal patronage focused on the preservation of the country’s silk and traditional handwoven textiles, Nariratana too intends to leverage her position as a royal — and the Sirivannavari brand — to pave the way.
—Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 7 May 2025
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Pamela N. Danziger, Forbes.com, 11 June 2025
Representatives from both Save the Children and Riding for the Disabled — Anne's most longstanding patronages — were in attendance at the forum.
—Greta Bjornson, People.com, 6 June 2025
After the allegations, Andrew resigned from his public roles with the royal family in May 2020, and had his honorary military affiliations and royal charitable patronages removed by his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, in January 2022.
—Jason Pham, StyleCaster, 28 May 2025
Like her grandmother, Queen Mother Sirikit, whose royal patronage focused on the preservation of the country’s silk and traditional handwoven textiles, Nariratana too intends to leverage her position as a royal — and the Sirivannavari brand — to pave the way.
—Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 7 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for patronage
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Whether your business is contemplating a first-time MSP relationship or evaluating your current partner, these internal best practices are essential.—
Nolan Garrett,
Forbes.com,
7 July 2025
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Reinsurance is a vital part of Florida’s insurance system that affects how much homeowners and businesses pay in premiums.—
Jim Saunders,
Sun Sentinel,
7 July 2025
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These custom cars are often resplendent in artistry and automotive craftsmanship.—
Selika Josiah Talbott,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2025
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What started nearly 35 years ago as a one-man operation in a modest shop has since evolved into a thriving manufacturing powerhouse, specializing in custom metal parts, CNC milling, metal stamping, and sheet metal fabrication.—
Matthew Kayser,
USA Today,
30 June 2025
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“Patronage.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/patronage. Accessed 11 Jul. 2025.
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