sponsorship
Americannoun
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the position or function of a person or group who vouches for, supports, advises, or helps fund another person or an organization or project.
The money from your sponsorship will go towards paying the child's school fees and ensuring they get three meals a day.
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an arrangement under which a company helps fund a radio or television program, a convention or other event, or a charitable organization in return for an opportunity to advertise.
For health-based nonprofits, securing a sponsorship from a pharmaceutical company can be a great asset, because of the money and other support it provides.
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Christianity. the position or function of a person who promises to mentor a youth or new convert preparing for confirmation or initiation, or who answers for an infant at baptism.
A simple “I’m praying for you” text message to the candidate can be a powerful reminder that you take your sponsorship seriously.
Etymology
Origin of sponsorship
Example Sentences
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PepsiCo PEP 1.53%increase; green up pointing triangle pulled its sponsorship of a planned London music festival that booked Kanye West as the headline performer.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026
Fans will probably notice that the biggest difference this year is the $125-million sponsorship deal with Uniqlo, a Japanese apparel company that bought center field.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026
Sprite marketing has continued to riff off basketball during its time away from league sponsorship.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 17, 2026
Rights groups have long raised concerns about the treatment and living conditions of some low-paid workers in the Gulf, including issues around working conditions and employer sponsorship rules.
From BBC • Mar. 13, 2026
“Haven’t they just banned me from their association, so who the hell are they to decide whether I deserve the sponsorship or not? I’m the one who took the initiative to befriend Stan and Marjory.”
From "Kaffir Boy: An Autobiography" by Mark Mathabane
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