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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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Today our exploration of space is engaging not only our enthusiasm but our patriotism.

From Salon • Apr. 7, 2026

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

From Slate • Mar. 31, 2026

"Compelling citizens to engage in public performances of patriotism is a way of reminding citizens of the regime's overwhelming power," says Paul Goode, professor of Russian studies at Carleton University, Canada.

From BBC • Mar. 20, 2026

The 59-year-old rode to election victory last month on a wave of patriotism stemming from the border conflict with Cambodia that killed scores on both sides last year and displaced more than one million people.

From Barron's • Mar. 19, 2026

Enthusiastic volunteers, they had left their lecture halls and school benches to fight on the Western Front, inspired by surging feelings of patriotism and a longing for military glory.

From "The War to End All Wars: World War I" by Russell Freedman




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