allegiance
Example Sentences
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I bring my striving attitude to the kitchen and have sworn my allegiance to paying attention to details and putting in the time required.
From Salon • Apr. 13, 2026
World number 97 Potapova, who switched allegiance from Russia to Austria in December, made a blistering start as Andreeva struggled.
From BBC • Apr. 12, 2026
Most schoolchildren in America still stand, place their hands over their hearts and pledge allegiance to “one nation under God.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026
As it happens, however, there is a direct precedent under U.S. law, well known to the drafters of the 14th Amendment, explaining that the demands of allegiance attach even to temporary or unlawful entrants.
From Slate • Apr. 2, 2026
“I don’t quite comprehend why you’d force someone to bow when the purpose of the gesture is to display allegiance and respect.”
From "Throne of Glass" by Sarah J. Maas
Vocabulary lists containing allegiance
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