patronizes

patronizes
patronize (Amer.) pa·tron·ize || 'peɪtrənaɪz /'pæt- v. be arrogant, behave in a condescending manner; serve as a sponsor, serve as a benefactor; be a regular customer at a store or other business (also patronise)

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