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Recent Examples of godfather
Hawkins, godfather to Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, took teammates to the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum whenever in Kansas City, decades before MLB officially recognized the leagues.
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Bob Nightengale, USA TODAY, 25 Jan. 2021
Now Leroy could be dad first and coach second, while Lewis could be coach first and godfather second.
—Matthew Futterman, New York Times, 5 Oct. 2020
Hosted by Sean, 44, the two-part documentary about his dad — who was tragically murdered outside his New York City apartment on Dec.8, 1980 — also features memories from his elder brother, Julian Lennon, and godfather Elton John.
—Phil Boucher, PEOPLE.com, 23 Sep. 2020
The new generation of progressives in the city, godfathered by Garcia, and represented in the March elections by Alma Anaya, Aaron Ortiz, and Beatriz Frausto, is a force to be reckoned with within the party.
—Jacqueline Serrato, chicagotribune.com, 25 Apr. 2018
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Bob Nightengale, USA TODAY, 25 Jan. 2021
Now Leroy could be dad first and coach second, while Lewis could be coach first and godfather second.
—Matthew Futterman, New York Times, 5 Oct. 2020
Hosted by Sean, 44, the two-part documentary about his dad — who was tragically murdered outside his New York City apartment on Dec.8, 1980 — also features memories from his elder brother, Julian Lennon, and godfather Elton John.
—Phil Boucher, PEOPLE.com, 23 Sep. 2020
The new generation of progressives in the city, godfathered by Garcia, and represented in the March elections by Alma Anaya, Aaron Ortiz, and Beatriz Frausto, is a force to be reckoned with within the party.
—Jacqueline Serrato, chicagotribune.com, 25 Apr. 2018
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for godfather
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Her school mentored future giants, including Mary McLeod Bethune.—
Karida L. Brown,
Essence,
21 May 2025
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Ramon also encouraged his workers to advance at Barragan’s or mentored them about how to branch out on their own.—
Gustavo Arellano,
Los Angeles Times,
21 May 2025
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Craig Berube was openly against playing William Nylander with Matthews in his first season coaching the Leafs.—
Jonas Siegel,
New York Times,
31 May 2025
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But there has been something about coaching this team, at this stage in his career, that had Maurice make a bold statement Saturday.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
31 May 2025
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Edwards has guided the Timberwolves to two consecutive Western Conference Finals berths for the first time in franchise history.—
Alex Kirschenbaum,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 June 2025
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The knowledgeable staff guides guests through Croatia’s unique wine regions, from full-bodied reds of the Pelješac Peninsula to crisp whites from Istria.—
Jenn Rice,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2025
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The company started piloting its fiber business in 2021, starting in New York City.—
Michael Kan,
PC Magazine,
3 June 2025
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Southern Correctional Institution in Troy will pilot another step-down program, likely beginning in July, according to Acree.—
Gavin Off,
Charlotte Observer,
30 May 2025
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American border officials escorted Victor and his sister back to the U.S. side of the bridge, where, Victor said, federal agents seized their cellphones and told them to reveal the passwords or risk the destruction of their devices.—
Lauren Petracca,
New York Times,
29 May 2025
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The title mixed action-game elements with tower defense and real-time strategy to create a memorable experience as the swordsman Soh escorts the priestess Yoshiro through a mountain tainted with evil spirits.—
Gieson Cacho,
Mercury News,
28 May 2025
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Doocy has in recent years served as a sort of ombudsman on the program, counseling his co-hosts and viewers to stay away from extreme talking points and actions.—
Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
1 May 2025
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Speaking of conception, the big thing that Tom added this week was counseling Kyle Cooke on how to give a sperm sample to check his fertility for when Amanda is ready to have children, which, judging by next week’s preview, isn’t anytime soon.—
Brian Moylan,
Vulture,
24 Apr. 2025
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Instead, its bikes have always been engineered to deliver a characterful and enjoyable riding experience that can suit a wide range of riders.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
24 May 2025
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In March 2025, Colossal unveiled its woolly mouse, engineered to carry genes for the mammoth's characteristic thick, golden coat and accelerated fat metabolism.—
Nia Bowers,
USA Today,
24 May 2025
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“Godfather.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/godfather. Accessed 6 Jun. 2025.
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