patron
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Mafi, an Iranian immigrant who got a green card in 2016, is alleged to have skirted American sanctions to shepherd munitions between the Iranian regime and its patron.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 19, 2026
“It gives Iran a posture of influence on the strategic situation in Lebanon as the patron who achieved this cease-fire,” Guterman said.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026
Last week, children's cancer charity Neuroblastoma UK said it had decided to "part ways" with Mills, who had been a patron since 2021.
From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026
Earlier this month, Princess Eugenie stepped down as patron of charity Anti-Slavery International, a role she had held for seven years.
From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026
“Is it likely,” I said, after hesitating, “that my patron, the fountain-head you have spoken of, Mr. Jaggers, will soon—” there I delicately stopped.
From "Great Expectations" by Charles Dickens
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