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as in customers
a person who buys a product or uses a service from a business
a restaurant patron
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as in sponsors
a person who takes the responsibility for some other person or thing
the wealthy philanthropist is one of the city's most generous patrons of its symphony orchestra
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as in donors
one that helps another with gifts or money
the patron for the museum's current blockbuster is the city's biggest banking institution
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Recent Examples of patrons
His patrons in Cuba, Iran, and Russia will likely see this provocation by the United States as a show of strength, rather than an invitation to retaliate.
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Kristina Foltz, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Sep. 2025
So, while sipping on suds, patrons can order from their menu, which includes a selection of chicken wings, burgers, and brick oven pizzas.
—Tykesha Spivey Burton, Southern Living, 3 Sep. 2025
Written by Matthew Robinson, the film follows a man claiming to be from the future who takes the patrons of an iconic Los Angeles diner hostage in search of unlikely recruits in a quest to save the world.
—Justin Kroll, Deadline, 2 Sep. 2025
And at the 109-year-old Nu-Way, loyal patrons might strike up a conversation about their preferred order before talk takes an interesting turn.
—Leslie Kelly, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
Currently, there aren’t any shows in Spanish slated for the space in the near future, but the Old Town Theatre will continue to host productions for patrons visiting the Old Town State Park.
—David J. Bohnet, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 Aug. 2025
Yes, after nearly half a century, the downtown festival remains free to attend, easily drawing 325,000 patrons who simply walk right in and enjoy the music.
—Duante Beddingfield, Freep.com, 30 Aug. 2025
Many patrons said they were disappointed by the news because Holiday Light has become a treasured family tradition.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 8 Aug. 2025
The swimming pool, tube slides, and splash pad play area were busy with patrons.
—Karie Angell Luc, Chicago Tribune, 7 Aug. 2025
Kristina Foltz, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Sep. 2025
So, while sipping on suds, patrons can order from their menu, which includes a selection of chicken wings, burgers, and brick oven pizzas.
—Tykesha Spivey Burton, Southern Living, 3 Sep. 2025
Written by Matthew Robinson, the film follows a man claiming to be from the future who takes the patrons of an iconic Los Angeles diner hostage in search of unlikely recruits in a quest to save the world.
—Justin Kroll, Deadline, 2 Sep. 2025
And at the 109-year-old Nu-Way, loyal patrons might strike up a conversation about their preferred order before talk takes an interesting turn.
—Leslie Kelly, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
Currently, there aren’t any shows in Spanish slated for the space in the near future, but the Old Town Theatre will continue to host productions for patrons visiting the Old Town State Park.
—David J. Bohnet, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 Aug. 2025
Yes, after nearly half a century, the downtown festival remains free to attend, easily drawing 325,000 patrons who simply walk right in and enjoy the music.
—Duante Beddingfield, Freep.com, 30 Aug. 2025
Many patrons said they were disappointed by the news because Holiday Light has become a treasured family tradition.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 8 Aug. 2025
The swimming pool, tube slides, and splash pad play area were busy with patrons.
—Karie Angell Luc, Chicago Tribune, 7 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for patrons
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At Gramps Getaway, which offers a picturesque view of Miami and Biscayne Bay, umbrella and fan placement is a daily concern — anything to keep customers cool from day into night.—
Ashley Miznazi,
Miami Herald,
5 Sep. 2025
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Abu Dhabi also offers a stopover program, which provides customers with a free hotel night to spend extra days in the city before connecting to another flight.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
5 Sep. 2025
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Over objections from the ordinance's co-sponsors, however, the committee passed an amendment — floated by Councilman Khalil Batshon — that would retain a licensing requirement for accessory overnight shelters run by religious institutions.—
Killian Baarlaer,
The Courier-Journal,
3 Sep. 2025
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Key Facts Almost every top tennis player has a contract with one luxury watch brand or another—Rolex sponsors three of the top five women’s players, four of the top five men and the tournament itself—and brands gift some of their flashiest pieces to players to wear on and off the court.—
Mary Whitfill Roeloffs,
Forbes.com,
2 Sep. 2025
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The upset in a district long considered safe for Republicans has given Democrats a rare reason for optimism and a new pitch to national donors that Iowa deserves another look.—
Samantha-Jo Roth,
The Washington Examiner,
3 Sep. 2025
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Following the boy’s death, donors raised about $30,000 in a GoFundMe campaign launched to help with funeral expenses.—
Christy Gutowski,
Chicago Tribune,
2 Sep. 2025
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In interviews, real estate lawyers said that mortgage lenders are typically well aware of their clients’ other loans and sometimes even encourage the primary-residence language for second homes.—
Robert Faturechi,
ProPublica,
6 Sep. 2025
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Panouses regularly fields inquiries from investors, scammers and people in need, all trying to reach his clients.—
Safiyah Riddle,
Chicago Tribune,
6 Sep. 2025
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After making a joke about the height of the microphone, Grande reiterated her appreciation for her supporters.—
Taylor Ardrey,
USA Today,
8 Sep. 2025
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And parents are enthusiastic supporters.—
Jemma Stephenson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 Sep. 2025
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Presented by affable astronomers Anne Buckle and Graham Jones, the livestreams feature real-time animations, maps, times, expert guests and feeds from around the world.—
Jamie Carter,
Forbes.com,
7 Sep. 2025
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Book Now Grand Hotel Fasano is part of Leading Hotels of the World, so guests can earn points through the Leaders Club loyalty program.—
Susmita Baral,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Sep. 2025
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The industry is already seeing certain countries become huge benefactors of brands shifting production from one country to another.—
SJ Studio,
Sourcing Journal,
27 Aug. 2025
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Those are just some of the bribes Manhattan prosecutors allege Ingrid Lewis-Martin, Mayor Adams’ longtime political confidante, pocketed over a years-long period in exchange for doling out government favors to her benefactors, like city contracts and expedited building permits.—
Chris Sommerfeldt,
New York Daily News,
21 Aug. 2025
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“Patrons.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/patrons. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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