zealotry
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Amanda Seyfried, nominated in Byrne’s category, is the 18th century title character in “The Testament of Ann Lee,” who turns the trauma of losing four children into religious zealotry.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 12, 2026
Villeneuve has the advantage of seeing glimpses of that future come true and his film is steeped in modern unease about zealotry, propaganda and environmental destruction.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 6, 2024
His zealotry isn't motivated by a need to do the right thing – he wants to succeed, and therefore rise.
From Salon • Sep. 23, 2022
Many long-term HODLers take the examples of successful gains as a validation of a strategy that at times can border on zealotry.
From Seattle Times • Mar. 9, 2022
I couldn’t tell if she was angry or excited—her zealotry managed to cover pretty much all the emotional bases.
From "Made You Up" by Francesca Zappia
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