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Noun
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Sectarian clashes erupted in the central city of Nagpur last month, with hardline Hindu nationalists calling for the demolition of his tomb, which is about 400 kilometers away.—
Rhea Mogul,
CNN Money,
18 Apr. 2025 -
Musk continues to be one of the most consequential people in government, and Bannon and other nationalists continue to hold sway over a White House that is cracking down on immigrants.—
Ali Breland,
The Atlantic,
1 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Francis had previously sparred with the conservative Republican over his harsh anti-immigrant stances.—
Dave Goldiner,
New York Daily News,
21 Apr. 2025
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Amid a significant increase in hate-group activity in and around Nashville, dogged WTVF reporter Phil Williams exposes their violence, anti-Semitic and anti-immigrant demonstrations, racist stunts, online agitating, and plans to seize political power.—
Patrick Hipes,
Deadline,
15 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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But that changed in recent years as China’s own film industry became increasingly adept at creating films with impressive production values and often patriotic themes.—
Ryan Faughnder,
Los Angeles Times,
15 Apr. 2025
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The American flag knitted into the sweater is stylish and patriotic all at once.—
Christopher Murray,
FOXNews.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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“Nativist.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nativist. Accessed 4 May. 2025.
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