fanaticism
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The conspiratorial nature of true crime fanaticism is kept blessedly brief in the three-episode series.
From Salon ● Sep. 2, 2026
His fanaticism, and his late-career defense of communism after the Soviet collapse in 1991, were nothing if not eccentric.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 14, 2026
"He re-energised that club and he brought that enthusiasm and fanaticism that great supporters can give. That's the job he did," said Ferguson.
From BBC ● Jul. 21, 2026
Local fanaticism for this law and tradition cannot be overstated.
From Slate ● May 26, 2026
He would listen somberly, sigh, and repeat that he had no intention of quarreling with Reb Saunders, he respected his position in spite of its fanaticism.
From "The Chosen" by Chaim Potok
Vocabulary lists containing fanaticism
Power Suffix: -ism
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Their Eyes Were Watching God
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Elie Wiesel's "Hope, Despair and Memory" (1986)
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