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protégé

[proh-tuh-zhey, proh-tuh-zhey] / ˈproʊ təˌʒeɪ, ˌproʊ təˈʒeɪ /


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Deborah famously tried to muzzle Ava a few times, only to back off when she realized that by hurting her protégé, she was wounding herself.

From Salon • May 29, 2026

Another is Jacki Adams, a hugely successful model of the era and engaging presence here, whose romance with another group member, Von Mierers protégé John Andreadis, tore the group apart.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

Arsenal have been Premier League pacesetters for much of the campaign and Guardiola's protégé, and former City assistant, Mikel Arteta finally delivered their first title since Arsene Wenger's 'Invincibles' in 2004.

From BBC • May 19, 2026

Altman, his former protégé turned adversary, was present for Thursday's exchanges and left the courthouse shortly after Musk finished.

From Barron's • Apr. 30, 2026

During the election campaign of 1705, she knighted both Newton, Halifax’s protégé, and Halifax’s brother, in the hope that the honour would encourage voters to support them.

From "The Scientists" by John Gribbin




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