as in to patronize
to assume or treat with an air of superiority
waiters at that fancy restaurant like to lord it over the customers, acting like they're doing them a favor just being there
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In Minneapolis, meat raffles are held each Friday night in the 1029 Bar, a spot often patronized by police officers.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
15 Apr. 2026 -
Biddle’s letter joined a groundswell of support from citizens ranging from unemployed artists to Roosevelt’s own advisers, encouraging the US government to similarly patronize the arts for public benefit.—
John P. Murphy,
ARTnews.com,
5 Apr. 2026
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The newscast cut the bodycam footage after his entry to protect her identity, but Vogel proudly said there was no cause for concern.—
Angel Saunders,
PEOPLE,
18 Apr. 2026
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In April 2009, a unanimous council — including first-year member Todd Gloria — embraced Sanders’ plan to impose a 6% cut in pay and benefits for city workers, cutting the shortfall in half.—
U T Editorial Board,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 Apr. 2026
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“Lord (it over).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lord%20%28it%20over%29. Accessed 19 Apr. 2026.
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