patroness

Example Sentences

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Many stopped to kiss an icon of the patroness of their city, which an employee of the church said had been pulled from the rubble.

From New York Times • Jul. 25, 2023

On a show like "Ted Lasso," for example, a filthy rich patroness may offer to solve a salaried friend's problems with getting a seat at a favorite restaurant by buying the place.

From Salon • Sep. 5, 2021

During performances of the latter at the cathedral, Ranjel turns to face a painting of the Virgin of Guadalupe, patroness of Mexico and the Americas, and intones the Latin version of the lyrics.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 21, 2021

The global church’s patroness of the Americas, she is revered by Catholics across borders.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 7, 2020

“Hannah left it on the kitchen table a minute, and the kittens got at it. I’m very sorry, Amy,” added Beth, who was still a patroness of cats.

From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott