patriotism
noun
pa·tri·ot·ism
ˈpā-trē-ə-ˌti-zəm 
chiefly British ˈpa-
: love for or devotion to one's country
Although poles apart ideologically, they are both unashamed of their patriotism.—
Christopher Hemphill
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Examples of patriotism in a Sentence
You may not agree with him politically, but no one can question his patriotism.
They supported the war with a fierce patriotism.
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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.
—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
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“Patriotism.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/patriotism. Accessed 7 Feb. 2025.
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patriotism
noun
pa·tri·ot·ism
ˈpā-trē-ə-ˌtiz-əm
: love of one's own country
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