as in nationalism
love and support for one's country
her patriotism was so heartfelt that she devoted her life to serving her country
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Recent Examples of patriotism
Released only weeks before the United States’ entry into World War II, the film depicts Custer as a hero and a bold symbol of patriotism.
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New York Times,
28 June 2026
The nation is oozing with patriotism and ready to ride this wave all the way to the World Cup Final, but the road just got a little tougher after Belgium’s big win on Friday.
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Jon Root Outkick,
FOXNews.com,
27 June 2026
At camp, children often learn about patriotism, discipline, cooperation, leadership and self-reliance.
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Derek H. Alderman,
The Conversation,
26 June 2026
But that just reinforces Samuel Johnson’s adage that patriotism is the last refuge of a scoundrel.
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Gustavo Arellano,
Los Angeles Times,
25 June 2026
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New York Times,
28 June 2026
The nation is oozing with patriotism and ready to ride this wave all the way to the World Cup Final, but the road just got a little tougher after Belgium’s big win on Friday.
—
Jon Root Outkick,
FOXNews.com,
27 June 2026
At camp, children often learn about patriotism, discipline, cooperation, leadership and self-reliance.
—
Derek H. Alderman,
The Conversation,
26 June 2026
But that just reinforces Samuel Johnson’s adage that patriotism is the last refuge of a scoundrel.
—
Gustavo Arellano,
Los Angeles Times,
25 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for patriotism
nationalism
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The issue, protesters said, is less about nationalism than about protecting an industry that relies on specialized expertise honed over many years.
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Research published in 2024 in the Journal of Political Ideologies similarly describes patriotism as being associated with commitment to democratic ideals and community, while nationalism is often conceptualized as a more exclusionary and uncritical attachment to the nation.
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“Patriotism.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/patriotism. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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