as in fairy godmother
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Noun
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To receive commendation from such a fairy godmother was not just a joy but a serious professional boost, and Macdonald’s reputation soared.—
Anthony Lane,
The New Yorker,
3 Mar. 2025 -
The musical comedy features the country music singer appearing like a fairy godmother to give life lessons in song to a stricken fan.—
Jake Kanter,
Deadline,
11 Feb. 2025
Noun
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One wonders if the American consumer, long considered the sugar daddy of the luxury travel industry in Europe, will maintain this status in the years ahead?—
Jennifer Leigh Parker,
Forbes,
16 Mar. 2025
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And again, his pointing out ways the United States has become sugar daddy to the world.—
Reader Commentary,
Baltimore Sun,
10 Mar. 2025
Noun
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In taking on the role of chairman, Trump ousted philanthropist David Rubenstein, who was the largest individual donor, having contributed more than $110 million. Kennedy Center Board Chair Donald Trump speaks to reporters from the Presidential Box in the Concert Hall.—
Ted Johnson,
Deadline,
17 Mar. 2025
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Amid sharp reductions in foreign aid, support from individual and other private sector donors is needed more than ever to help ensure these programs continue reaching children in need.—
Maryanne Murray Buechner,
Forbes,
16 Mar. 2025
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When its original 34th Street location became too small, the financier and philanthropist Spencer Trask helped the club acquire the Samuel Tilden Mansion for a new base.—
Rosemary Feitelberg,
WWD,
11 Mar. 2025
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Now, in celebration of Women’s History Month, the entrepreneur, investor, and philanthropist has launched, in tandem with ULTA, the Makers Mindset Workshop.—
Larry Stansbury,
Essence,
11 Mar. 2025
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“Almsgiver.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/almsgiver. Accessed 24 Mar. 2025.
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