sponsored

Definition of sponsorednext
past tense of sponsor

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Recent Examples of sponsored Albertsons has sponsored the event since its inception, and Chevron joined in 2021 as the presenting sponsor. Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 24 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sponsored
Verb
  • The project was funded through a transportation grant and cost more than double the previous, even after being adjusted for inflation.
    Johane Saintil, Miami Herald, 26 Mar. 2026
  • And that training was funded by a philanthropic organization that’s interested in promoting civil liberties.
    Rachel Monroe, New Yorker, 26 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • Roughly 60% of the project was financed privately; 30% came from local and state funding; and 10% came from philanthropic donations to the Unified Government of Wyandotte County and KCK, Zeller told The Star last year.
    Sofi Zeman, Kansas City Star, 23 Mar. 2026
  • Despite being independently-produced and financed, regular castmembers include Jon Cryer, Paul Scheer, Alex Winter, Alison Pill, Shannon Woodward and Thomas Sadoski, and features guest appearances from players like John Boyega and Kevin Smith.
    William Earl, Variety, 23 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • The bank initially underwrote EA’s financing on a sole basis late last year, when pricing and terms were at their tightest.
    Claire Ruckin, Bloomberg, 5 Mar. 2026
  • Still, the funds largely underwrote the college’s Promise Program, which covers tuition, books, and supplies for roughly 1,800 local students each year.
    Sydney Lake, Fortune, 19 Feb. 2026

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“Sponsored.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sponsored. Accessed 30 Mar. 2026.

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