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patriotism

[pey-tree-uh-tiz-uhm, pa-] / ˈpeɪ tri əˌtɪz əm, ˈpæ- /
NOUN
love of one's country
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“This statue is a celebration of life. It is a symbol of resilience, freedom, patriotism, strength, and the willpower to keep fighting for the future of America.”

From Slate • Jun. 2, 2026

White House officials insist that IndyCar and the UFC are extremely popular with everyday Americans: the race and the fights will be exuberant celebrations of patriotism and pride, they say.

From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026

Editor’s note: In this Future View, students discuss patriotism.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

As the title suggests, Viva, Moldova! is full of pride and patriotism – written to mark the 35th anniversary of independence.

From BBC • May 15, 2026

The patriotism of her young flight crews would be an inspiration to women serving the Motherland in a host of less glamorous roles—as snipers, tank drivers, antiaircraft machine gunners, technicians, cooks, or launderers.

From "A Thousand Sisters" by Elizabeth Wein




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