Sentence examples for a proprietary interest from inspiring English sources

But some fans believe they have a proprietary interest in the players' business.

"Have you ever wanted a proprietary interest in a business?" the brochure beckoned.

Uncle Sean took a proprietary interest in anything loved by Cillian.

That event inspired "The Widow of St. Pierre," so I had a proprietary interest.

Europeans have a proprietary interest in maintaining a heritage they essentially invented.

Hardenbergh maintained a proprietary interest in his buildings long after he had parted company with the client.

As a "race" woman, McDaniel had a certain proprietary interest in the blacks in the movie industry.

The Abbey Theater of Dublin has a natural proprietary interest in "The Playboy of the Western World".

The Brandons were available to the press, and to gay and transgender activists, who took an almost proprietary interest in them.

When Barbara, who is attractive, blond and self-possessed, points out some tiny errors in the score, he is impressed and takes an immediate, proprietary interest in her.

Joe began to take an almost proprietary interest in FYI, which delighted and amused us.