nationalistic

Example Sentences

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The companies winning today are those that have localized their supply chains and their design language to match a more frugal, nationalistic and tech-savvy consumer.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 27, 2026

It’s striking how much these geopolitical phases of the moon—in this case nationalistic tendencies—run in cycles.

From Barron's • Jan. 23, 2026

On one hand, his regime can portray itself as a victim of jihadism, rallying nationalistic support and justifying tighter security measures.

From BBC • Nov. 11, 2025

Jesus refused to be the nationalistic leader many Jews wanted, as they demonstrated when they waved palm branches—a symbol of the previously successful Maccabean Revolt—at his entry into Jerusalem.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 8, 2025

The Inkatha was predominantly Zulu, very militant and very nationalistic.

From "Born a Crime: Stories from a South African Childhood" by Trevor Noah