patriotism
Example Sentences
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“We are called upon by every consideration of duty and patriotism,” the president said, “to vindicate with decision the honor, the rights, and the interests of our country.”
From Los Angeles Times
He will give a speech later about his first principles - his values and his patriotism.
From BBC
They are predicated on something more than patriotism.
From Barron's
In 2020, she told Rolling Stone that growing up Canadian didn't have the same sense of nationalism or patriotism that she saw in the US.
From BBC
He has also referred to Canada as "the 51st state" — a jab that has been met with a mix of anxiety and an uncharactaristically fierce display of patriotism.
From BBC
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