patriot

Example Sentences

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Just as not every Christian ought to become a priest, not every patriot has to wear a military uniform.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

"He was a professional officer who put national interests first and a patriot who loved his country," the mission added.

From Barron's • Dec. 24, 2025

Dr. King was an American patriot who was martyred for trying to bend the arc of the moral universe to justice.

From Salon • Dec. 13, 2025

“I’d like to take this opportunity to recognize Charlie Kirk as an American patriot and a steadfast champion for freedom of speech,” she said.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 14, 2025

I told the court that I was not a Communist and had always regarded myself as an African patriot.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela