nativistic

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for nativistic
Adjective
  • Speaking with Engel reminded me at times of MacIntyre, Vance, and others who tend to speak in nativist terms.
    Ali Breland, The Atlantic, 7 Oct. 2025
  • Many of the racist, nativist vulgarities spoken out loud in Paul Thomas Anderson’s marvelous new film One Battle After Another evoke sentiments that, in our world, first fomented online.
    Richard Lawson, HollywoodReporter, 18 Sep. 2025
Adjective
  • Columbus Day became a federal holiday in 1892 in the United States, in part, to honor Italian Americans after a xenophobic attack.
    Bebe Hodges, Cincinnati Enquirer, 11 Oct. 2025
  • Another issue grabbing national attention is rising numbers of foreign residents and visitors, which has fueled widespread anti-foreigner sentiment that sometimes turns outright xenophobic.
    Jessie Yeung, CNN Money, 3 Oct. 2025
Adjective
  • The event features distinguished guests, ceremonial presentations, patriotic music, and community fellowship.
    News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Oct. 2025
  • The move puts Steak 'n Shake in the company of other businesses that have been embracing patriotic displays.
    Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 11 Oct. 2025
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“Nativistic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nativistic. Accessed 16 Oct. 2025.

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