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sponsored

British  
/ ˈspɒnsəd /

adjective

  1. denoting an activity organized to raise money for a charity in which sponsors agree to donate money on completion of the activity, or a specified period or amount of it, by participants

    a sponsored walk
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Park said she is committed to working with state lawmakers to revise the law, which was sponsored by Mayor Karen Bass, so that it includes L.A.

From Los Angeles Times

Following the public outcry, Nike announced a new maternity policy for sponsored athletes.

From Salon

The introduction of advertisements and sponsored content in chatbots has spawned privacy concerns for AI users as brands scramble to stay relevant in a fast-changing online environment.

From Barron's

The committee is sponsored by the American Medical Association and the Association of American Medical Colleges, both of which continue to champion DEI.

From The Wall Street Journal

It is opposing a congressional candidate in New York who sponsored the state’s AI bill.

From The Wall Street Journal

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