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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
That night, many patrons — both regulars and those who hadn’t been by in a while — stopped by to commiserate.
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Joe Nguyen, Denver Post, 4 May 2026
In early screenings, many people noticed parallels between Justin Theroux and Emily Blunt and this year’s Met Gala patrons, Jeff and Lauren Bezos.
—Matt Donnelly, Variety, 3 May 2026
Privacy experts are sounding the alarm, while some patrons are trying their best to avoid the technology.
—Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 3 May 2026
Organizers are expecting 30,000 to 40,000 patrons to attend over the full weekend.
—Chris Biderman, Sacbee.com, 2 May 2026
After the investigation, it was determined there was no credible threat to the property or its patrons.
—Ana Maria Soler, CBS News, 2 May 2026
When the city of Elgin’s pools open in just a few weeks, patrons will be able to check out three new features — a children’s play structure, new cabanas and a three-meter diving board — at the Wing Park Family Aquatic Center.
—Gloria Casas, Chicago Tribune, 1 May 2026
The venue hoped to feature Grammy-award winners and international artists, with Turkish dinner available for patrons – much like the Meyhouse Jazz associated with the Palo Alto location.
—John Metcalfe, Mercury News, 1 May 2026
Just like a bartender doles out advice to patrons along with their tipple of choice, the Story Tender gives book recommendations to attendees at the bar.
—Carly Tagen-Dye, PEOPLE, 1 May 2026
Joe Nguyen, Denver Post, 4 May 2026
In early screenings, many people noticed parallels between Justin Theroux and Emily Blunt and this year’s Met Gala patrons, Jeff and Lauren Bezos.
—Matt Donnelly, Variety, 3 May 2026
Privacy experts are sounding the alarm, while some patrons are trying their best to avoid the technology.
—Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 3 May 2026
Organizers are expecting 30,000 to 40,000 patrons to attend over the full weekend.
—Chris Biderman, Sacbee.com, 2 May 2026
After the investigation, it was determined there was no credible threat to the property or its patrons.
—Ana Maria Soler, CBS News, 2 May 2026
When the city of Elgin’s pools open in just a few weeks, patrons will be able to check out three new features — a children’s play structure, new cabanas and a three-meter diving board — at the Wing Park Family Aquatic Center.
—Gloria Casas, Chicago Tribune, 1 May 2026
The venue hoped to feature Grammy-award winners and international artists, with Turkish dinner available for patrons – much like the Meyhouse Jazz associated with the Palo Alto location.
—John Metcalfe, Mercury News, 1 May 2026
Just like a bartender doles out advice to patrons along with their tipple of choice, the Story Tender gives book recommendations to attendees at the bar.
—Carly Tagen-Dye, PEOPLE, 1 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for patrons
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In 1933, a writer for this magazine visited Saliger and reviewed letters from satisfied customers.—
Shayla Love,
New Yorker,
1 May 2026
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McDonald’s said visual appeal — think bright colors and foams — and drinks as a form of self-expression are increasingly important to customers.—
Dee-Ann Durbin,
Los Angeles Times,
30 Apr. 2026
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The bill’s sponsors don’t seek to prohibit access to the emerging technology.—
The Denver Post,
Denver Post,
2 May 2026
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Then there is the matter of the evening’s sponsors.—
Rachel Tashjian,
CNN Money,
1 May 2026
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The dinner was held under Queen Rania’s patronage, and the event honored the achievements of the nonprofit’s beneficiaries, expressed appreciation for its donors for their ongoing support, and aimed to secure funding for a new cohort of Jordanian youth to complete their higher education.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
6 May 2026
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The goal is to speed up the distribution of care — including blood for testing, lab samples needed for diagnoses, and tissue used to help match organ donors with recipients.—
Olivianna Calmes,
FOXNews.com,
6 May 2026
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Rihanna would be one of her first clients.—
Diana Tsui,
Footwear News,
3 May 2026
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To her surprise, Gary loves the idea of getting away from their terrible clients and neighbors, but Orson, who’s lately taken a sharp-right turn to the manosphere, is having none of it.—
Scott Tobias,
Vulture,
3 May 2026
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Whitecaps rally Outside the FIFA Congress was a small rally of about 100 supporters of the Vancouver Whitecaps, protesting the possible relocation of the Major League Soccer team.—
Anne M. Peterson,
Chicago Tribune,
1 May 2026
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Family members, coaches, friends and other supporters of the finalists and scholarship program are welcome to request a ticket to attend.—
Elizabeth Marie Himchak,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
30 Apr. 2026
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That’s the gold standard of cancer designations that allows patients and donators alike to understand Sylvester’s standards.—
Dave Hyde,
Sun Sentinel,
26 Feb. 2026
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Amazon owner Jeff Bezos and his wife Lauren Sanchez Bezos have reportedly invited guests to a Saturday night party preceding Monday’s Met Gala, which the couple is co-chairing.—
Brian Niemietz,
New York Daily News,
2 May 2026
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With the house emptied of living (and costumed) guests, its furnishings, in all their liveliness, appear only to mask an unnatural torpor.—
Olivia Kan-Sperling,
Artforum,
2 May 2026
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Hire better investors, stewards, and benefactors of the people’s trust.—
Linh Tat,
Oc Register,
4 May 2026
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While fashion brands or tech behemoths like Instagram typically underwrite the affair, this year Amazon co-founder and executive chair, Jeff Bezos, and his wife, Lauren Sánchez Bezos, are the event’s main benefactors.—
Rachel Tashjian,
CNN Money,
1 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Patrons.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/patrons. Accessed 7 May. 2026.
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