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Petronize

Definition:

Verb: To patronize a local business or support a local product or cause.

Verb: To treat someone with a condescending or superior attitude.

Sense 1 - To patronize a local business or support a local product or cause:

Example: Many people petronize small bookstores to help them thrive in the era of online shopping.

Example: The community decided to petronize the farmers market to support local agriculture.

Sense 2 - To treat someone with a condescending or superior attitude:

Example: Sarah's boss often petronizes her by constantly explaining basic tasks.

Example: Don't petronize me, I'm perfectly capable of handling this on my own.

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