influential patron

Examples (10)

• The young artist sought an influential patron to help launch his career.
• Without an influential patron in the court, the scholar had little hope of promotion.
• She served as an influential patron for several emerging scientific researchers.
• The museum owes its existence to the support of an influential patron.
• Having an influential patron can open doors that are otherwise closed to outsiders.
• The political candidate relied on several influential patrons to fund the campaign.
• Many Renaissance masterpieces were commissioned by influential patrons of the church.
• His reputation grew quickly under the guidance of an influential patron.
• The orchestra is looking for an influential patron to secure its long-term future.
• Historically, an influential patron could protect a writer from censorship.