1
as in patriotism
excessive favoritism towards one's own country
Nazism's almost epic nationalism appealed to downtrodden Germans still suffering the humiliation of being defeated in World War I
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as in devotion
love and support for one's country
American nationalism is often most visible during Fourth of July celebrations
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Recent Examples of nationalism
The surge in Canadian nationalism has bolstered the Liberal Party’s chances in a parliamentary election expected to take place within days or weeks.
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Josh Feldman, NBC News, 9 Mar. 2025
The old nationalism gave way to an increasingly powerful globalist ethos.
—Robert W. Merry, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 7 Mar. 2025
Demand the Congress protect Medicaid from Trump Letters: Americans of conscience must reject Christian nationalism
Is Wall Street turning its back on Elon Musk?
Obtaining that commitment will require extensive community outreach, which is where the federal grant comes in.
—Sierra Lopez, The Mercury News, 6 Mar. 2025
Annexation talk in the 20th century Trump’s posturing has served to unite Canadians and revive Canadian nationalism.
—G. Patrick O'Brien, The Conversation, 3 Mar. 2025
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Josh Feldman, NBC News, 9 Mar. 2025
The old nationalism gave way to an increasingly powerful globalist ethos.
—Robert W. Merry, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 7 Mar. 2025
Demand the Congress protect Medicaid from Trump Letters: Americans of conscience must reject Christian nationalism
Is Wall Street turning its back on Elon Musk?
Obtaining that commitment will require extensive community outreach, which is where the federal grant comes in.
—Sierra Lopez, The Mercury News, 6 Mar. 2025
Annexation talk in the 20th century Trump’s posturing has served to unite Canadians and revive Canadian nationalism.
—G. Patrick O'Brien, The Conversation, 3 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for nationalism
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“Nationalism.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nationalism. Accessed 17 Mar. 2025.
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