patriotic
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Sunak’s essay pairs hawkish foreign policy analysis with patriotic nostalgia for how the Royal Navy used to maintain Britain’s position as a “global hegemon.”
From Salon • Apr. 14, 2026
Karol then dialed it back to 1993 by putting her own spin on the patriotic song “Mi Tierra,” as written by Cuban singer Gloria Estefan.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026
Baseball and its “unrivaled patriotic and interclass appeal” were ascendant.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 27, 2026
Ric was really patriotic and proud of his heritage and would always show his utmost commitment to his country.
From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026
“Our decision to reestablish picketing is prompted by the highest patriotic motives,” Paul said, arguing that the most patriotic thing women could do was to fight for inclusion in the democratic process.
From "Votes for Women!" by Winifred Conkling
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