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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It can be viewed as the political expression of tribalism — and there is almost nothing more powerful than tribalism.
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Jay Nordlinger, National Review, 5 May 2025
But behind the team logos and fan tribalism, there’s generally an organization worth hundreds of millions or even billions of dollars.
—Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 23 Jan. 2025
But Opus is really an extremely fun cautionary tale about tribalism.
—Brian Davids, The Hollywood Reporter, 13 Mar. 2025
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.
—Richard Fowler, Forbes.com, 22 Apr. 2025
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Jay Nordlinger, National Review, 5 May 2025
But behind the team logos and fan tribalism, there’s generally an organization worth hundreds of millions or even billions of dollars.
—Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 23 Jan. 2025
But Opus is really an extremely fun cautionary tale about tribalism.
—Brian Davids, The Hollywood Reporter, 13 Mar. 2025
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.
—Richard Fowler, Forbes.com, 22 Apr. 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 28 May. 2025.
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