tribalism
noun
trib·al·ism
ˈtrī-bə-ˌli-zəm 
Examples of tribalism in a Sentence
Tribalism within the group is strong.
the corrupting influence of tribalism
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In a time of tribalism, performative piety, and leaders more interested in building their brands than binding wounds, Pope Francis’s life stands as a gentle rebuke and a holy reminder.
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Richard Fowler, Forbes.com, 22 Apr. 2025
And this global pandemic of tribalism is truly a global pandemic.
—Jasmine Browley, Essence, 17 Mar. 2025
But the other, more interesting differences get flattened out, squashed under the weight of tribalism.
—Chris Stirewalt, The Hill, 14 Feb. 2025
In the last decade or so, the growth of social media as a forum to vent discord and the political rise of a divisive figure like Donald Trump have fostered an extreme tribalism that has led to not only disagreeing with the opposing side but demonizing it.
—Jorge L. Ortiz, USA TODAY, 28 Feb. 2025
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Richard Fowler, Forbes.com, 22 Apr. 2025
And this global pandemic of tribalism is truly a global pandemic.
—Jasmine Browley, Essence, 17 Mar. 2025
But the other, more interesting differences get flattened out, squashed under the weight of tribalism.
—Chris Stirewalt, The Hill, 14 Feb. 2025
In the last decade or so, the growth of social media as a forum to vent discord and the political rise of a divisive figure like Donald Trump have fostered an extreme tribalism that has led to not only disagreeing with the opposing side but demonizing it.
—Jorge L. Ortiz, USA TODAY, 28 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for tribalism
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“Tribalism.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/tribalism. Accessed 7 May. 2025.
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