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Recent Examples of protégé
Indeed, the new installment continues former assistant-turned-near-protege Andy Sachs’ (Anne Hathaway) contentious relationship with the HBIC of the glossy.
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Natalie Oganesyan, Deadline, 2 May 2026
Filoni, a George Lucas protege, was upped to oversee the creative direction of Lucasfilm as president and chief creative officer earlier this year, following Kathleen Kennedy’s departure.
—Pamela McClintock, HollywoodReporter, 30 Apr. 2026
The 2019 Kennedy Center honoree, a protege of the late Leonard Bernstein, was a gifted pianist known for his exuberant compositions and ability to break down musical genres, and in particular, his dynamic interpretations of Gustav Mahler.
—Jessica Gelt, Los Angeles Times, 23 Apr. 2026
Conductor Teddy Abrams, a protege of San Francisco Symphony Music Director Laureate Michael Tilson-Thomas, is set to take over as artistic and executive director later this year.
—Aidin Vaziri, San Francisco Chronicle, 24 Mar. 2026
The show follows Deborah’s complicated relationship with her protege Ava (Hannah Einbender), a millennial comedy writer who initially teams up with Deborah to freshen up her Las Vegas act before eventually becoming a close friend and collaborator.
—Wilson Chapman, IndieWire, 23 Mar. 2026
When Sun died in 1925, his protege, Chiang, took the reins of the Nationalist movement.
—Timothy Nerozzi, The Washington Examiner, 13 Mar. 2026
After the game, Ontario Christian honored Holguin’s determination as a protege of the late Kobe Bryant by presenting her with a mural of the Lakers star.
—Dan Albano, Oc Register, 25 Feb. 2026
Yet the looming threat of a victory of Marine Le Pen or her protege, Jordan Bardella, in ballots starting in April 2027 in France could push European leaders to adjust their timetable.
—Jana Randow, Bloomberg, 16 Feb. 2026
Natalie Oganesyan, Deadline, 2 May 2026
Filoni, a George Lucas protege, was upped to oversee the creative direction of Lucasfilm as president and chief creative officer earlier this year, following Kathleen Kennedy’s departure.
—Pamela McClintock, HollywoodReporter, 30 Apr. 2026
The 2019 Kennedy Center honoree, a protege of the late Leonard Bernstein, was a gifted pianist known for his exuberant compositions and ability to break down musical genres, and in particular, his dynamic interpretations of Gustav Mahler.
—Jessica Gelt, Los Angeles Times, 23 Apr. 2026
Conductor Teddy Abrams, a protege of San Francisco Symphony Music Director Laureate Michael Tilson-Thomas, is set to take over as artistic and executive director later this year.
—Aidin Vaziri, San Francisco Chronicle, 24 Mar. 2026
The show follows Deborah’s complicated relationship with her protege Ava (Hannah Einbender), a millennial comedy writer who initially teams up with Deborah to freshen up her Las Vegas act before eventually becoming a close friend and collaborator.
—Wilson Chapman, IndieWire, 23 Mar. 2026
When Sun died in 1925, his protege, Chiang, took the reins of the Nationalist movement.
—Timothy Nerozzi, The Washington Examiner, 13 Mar. 2026
After the game, Ontario Christian honored Holguin’s determination as a protege of the late Kobe Bryant by presenting her with a mural of the Lakers star.
—Dan Albano, Oc Register, 25 Feb. 2026
Yet the looming threat of a victory of Marine Le Pen or her protege, Jordan Bardella, in ballots starting in April 2027 in France could push European leaders to adjust their timetable.
—Jana Randow, Bloomberg, 16 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for protégé
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Meanwhile, supporters insist their goal is not to attack a student, but to defend women’s sports.—
Alejandro Avila OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
15 May 2026
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On one of the main topics, Beccera noted that the state needs to invest in early years education and reduce class sizes to ensure students have a strong educational foundation for their future success.—
James Ward,
USA Today,
15 May 2026
Noun
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The Sparks fell to defending champion Las Vegas 105-78 in their season opener, unable to contain an efficient Aces team that shot 63% from the floor.—
Marisa Ingemi,
Los Angeles Times,
11 May 2026
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For decades, a league champion was guaranteed a first-round home game.—
Steve Fryer,
Oc Register,
10 May 2026
Noun
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The deciding vote was cast by Senator John Fetterman, a Pennsylvania Democrat and staunch supporter of Israel, who again crossed party lines to side with Republicans and oppose the measure.—
Nik Popli,
Time,
13 May 2026
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Republican Secretary of State Denny Hoskins, a fierce supporter of the new map, has not yet certified the referendum campaign for the ballot.—
Kacen Bayless,
Kansas City Star,
13 May 2026
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“Protégé.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prot%C3%A9g%C3%A9. Accessed 17 May. 2026.
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