patriotic
adjective
pa·tri·ot·ic
ˌpā-trē-ˈä-tik 
chiefly British ˌpa-
1
: inspired by patriotism
stirring patriotic songs
patriotic organizations
patriotic feelings
2
: befitting or characteristic of a patriot
Examples of patriotic in a Sentence
A patriotic fervor swept the country.
hanging a flag outside one's home is a patriotic gesture
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Dairy Queen is adding more treats to its menu with new Blizzard flavors and a patriotic slush.
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Amaris Encinas,
USA Today,
23 June 2026
But by far the most important part of his mayoral tenure has been the growth in the number of patriotic symbols in Slippery Rock, an effort that really took off in 2020, when left-wing protesters were in the streets in the big cities and good Americans were trapped inside amid lockdown orders.
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Christopher Hooks,
Harpers Magazine,
23 June 2026
Add some patriotic flair to the party with this confection that comes in an iconic red, white, and blue color scheme derived from vegetable juice, spirulina, and annatto extract.
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Michele Laufik,
Martha Stewart,
23 June 2026
From there, it's dipped in red icing that has patriotic stars and a USA sugar piece.
—
Molly Burford,
Southern Living,
22 June 2026
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Amaris Encinas,
USA Today,
23 June 2026
But by far the most important part of his mayoral tenure has been the growth in the number of patriotic symbols in Slippery Rock, an effort that really took off in 2020, when left-wing protesters were in the streets in the big cities and good Americans were trapped inside amid lockdown orders.
—
Christopher Hooks,
Harpers Magazine,
23 June 2026
Add some patriotic flair to the party with this confection that comes in an iconic red, white, and blue color scheme derived from vegetable juice, spirulina, and annatto extract.
—
Michele Laufik,
Martha Stewart,
23 June 2026
From there, it's dipped in red icing that has patriotic stars and a USA sugar piece.
—
Molly Burford,
Southern Living,
22 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for patriotic
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“Patriotic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/patriotic. Accessed 28 Jun. 2026.
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patriotic
adjective
pa·tri·ot·ic
ˌpā-trē-ˈät-ik
1
: having or showing patriotism
2
: suitable or proper for a patriot
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