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patriotism

[pey-tree-uh-tiz-uhm, pa-] / ˈpeɪ tri əˌtɪz əm, ˈpæ- /
NOUN
love of one's country
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He emphasised building a new system rooted in sovereignty, patriotism and revolutionary mobilisation, with traditional leaders and grassroots structures playing a central role.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

Leaving patriotism and morality aside, I would say, “Gee, I don’t trust that.”

From Slate • Mar. 31, 2026

In the six weeks since the tariff decision, he has repeatedly disparaged the patriotism and loyalty of the justices who ruled against him.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 29, 2026

Compared to all that stone-faced, enforced patriotism, the apple pie atmosphere of baseball is a breeze.

From Salon • Mar. 18, 2026

They not only tripled their earnings but they received much praise for their unselfish patriotism.

From "A Tree Grows in Brooklyn" by Betty Smith