patronage

市长利用他的职权为朋友安排了政府职位。

The mayor used his ___patronage to secure government jobs for his friends.

这家博物馆依靠富人的赞助得以运营。

The museum operates thanks to the generous ___patronage of wealthy individuals.

这家小店主要依靠附近居民的惠顾来维持生意。

This small shop depends on the ___patronage of local residents to stay in business.