- plural of patriot.
patriots
Example Sentences
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The first occurred on July 4, 1826, when the last members of a generation of fiery patriots lay on their deathbeds.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 22, 2026
“This is being made as a gift from me and other people that are great patriots and spent a lot of money. We are building what will be the finest ballroom anywhere in the world.”
From Los Angeles Times ● May 21, 2026
"The American patriots who pledged their lives to independence in 1776, were the heirs to this majestic inheritance," Trump said.
From Barron's ● Apr. 28, 2026
The debate over the U.S. military magazine depth has so far been the niche concern of a few patriots spread across government, Congress and think tanks.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 8, 2026
But, eventually, they permitted me to stay, and I discovered the great African patriots who fought against Western domination.
From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela
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