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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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For the rest of us, a culture of national service beyond the military is essential to a healthy patriotism.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

Leaving patriotism and morality aside, I would say, “Gee, I don’t trust that.”

From Slate • Mar. 31, 2026

Compared to all that stone-faced, enforced patriotism, the apple pie atmosphere of baseball is a breeze.

From Salon • Mar. 18, 2026

So the emphasis on unity, patriotism and the need to fight corruption for a "national rejuvenation" is not mere rhetoric.

From BBC • Mar. 13, 2026

European Americans responded with patriotism for their adopted land.

From "A Few Red Drops: The Chicago Race Riot of 1919" by Claire Hartfield