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
In fact, the sense of patriotism and unity imbued in series like Homeland and 24 is the reason he was ever drawn to tell those stories in the first place.
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Katie Campione, Deadline, 4 July 2025
Both Presidents have attempted—and, in some cases, succeeded, through policy and rhetoric—to rebrand ordinary cruelty as a potent new variety of patriotism.
—Daniel Alarcón, New Yorker, 30 June 2025
Some place a greater emphasis on universalist goals (like reducing climate change), others on communitarian or family values (like patriotism), others on individual freedom.
—Hec Paris Insights, Forbes.com, 25 June 2025
Founded in 1919 by veterans returning from World War I, the Legion’s mission is rooted in patriotism and community service.
—Julie Gallant, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 June 2025
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Katie Campione, Deadline, 4 July 2025
Both Presidents have attempted—and, in some cases, succeeded, through policy and rhetoric—to rebrand ordinary cruelty as a potent new variety of patriotism.
—Daniel Alarcón, New Yorker, 30 June 2025
Some place a greater emphasis on universalist goals (like reducing climate change), others on communitarian or family values (like patriotism), others on individual freedom.
—Hec Paris Insights, Forbes.com, 25 June 2025
Founded in 1919 by veterans returning from World War I, the Legion’s mission is rooted in patriotism and community service.
—Julie Gallant, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for patriotism
nationalism
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Early concerns about cost, environmental damage, and nationalism were widespread.—
David Nikel,
Forbes.com,
12 July 2025
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According to a February poll from the Public Religion Research Institute, a majority of Republicans support or sympathize with Christian nationalism.—
Ali Breland,
The Atlantic,
1 July 2025
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“Patriotism.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/patriotism. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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