as in nationalism
love and support for one's country
her patriotism was so heartfelt that she devoted her life to serving her country
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Recent Examples of patriotism
Thanks to your strong leadership and bold action in the first days of your presidency, the United States is already experiencing a resurgence of patriotism, unity, and hope for the future.
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Dan Perry, Newsweek, 31 Jan. 2025
In a statement to People, Underwood made no mention of politics or her personal beliefs, referring to the performance instead as an act of patriotism.
—Stephanie McNeal, Glamour, 15 Jan. 2025
Beyond the sheer numbers, the majority of those arrested have been Jewish Israelis – a shock in a country where Jewish citizens are imbued with a deep sense of patriotism and national pride.
—Zeena Saifi, CNN, 13 Dec. 2024
Trump and his allies have sought to recast the insurrection as an act of patriotism, and the prosecution of rioters as a grave injustice.
—Eric Cortellessa, TIME, 22 Jan. 2025
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Dan Perry, Newsweek, 31 Jan. 2025
In a statement to People, Underwood made no mention of politics or her personal beliefs, referring to the performance instead as an act of patriotism.
—Stephanie McNeal, Glamour, 15 Jan. 2025
Beyond the sheer numbers, the majority of those arrested have been Jewish Israelis – a shock in a country where Jewish citizens are imbued with a deep sense of patriotism and national pride.
—Zeena Saifi, CNN, 13 Dec. 2024
Trump and his allies have sought to recast the insurrection as an act of patriotism, and the prosecution of rioters as a grave injustice.
—Eric Cortellessa, TIME, 22 Jan. 2025
See all Example Sentences for patriotism
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“Patriotism.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/patriotism. Accessed 22 Feb. 2025.
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