paternalistic

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Vanguard has historically taken a paternalistic attitude toward its clients, attempting to foster a culture of long-term investing instead of short-term speculation.

From Barron's • Mar. 25, 2026

The document casts its criticism of Europe in an almost paternalistic tone—the kind of tough love advice one gives a friend.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 6, 2025

It said the current system requiring approval from two doctors was "anachronistic, paternalistic and failed to reflect best modern practice".

From BBC • Nov. 14, 2025

There’s lots of paternalistic Daddy talk these days that centers on the need to “protect the American people.”

From Salon • Sep. 10, 2025

Lawes ran his prison in a paternalistic way that had a warmth we would not recognize today.

From "Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing" by Ted Conover