How to Use patriotism in a Sentence

patriotism

noun
  • They supported the war with a fierce patriotism.
  • You may not agree with him politically, but no one can question his patriotism.
  • Noory said he was called to the front by a sense of patriotism.
    — Natalya Kushnir, ABC News, 27 July 2022
  • What could a healthy form of patriotism look like?
    — Gal Beckerman, The Atlantic, 8 June 2026
  • The lies about your birthright, your faith, your patriotism.
    — Sara Tenenbaum, CBS News, 18 June 2026
  • Not for the first time, a tussle broke out over the word patriotism.
    — Stacy Schiff, The Atlantic, 8 Oct. 2025
  • For even more patriotism, place small silver stars on each nail.
    — goodhousekeeping.com, 13 May 2023
  • What does patriotism mean to you?
    — Phaedra Trethan, USA Today, 18 June 2026
  • Flags were hung to mark moments of patriotism, protest, or grief.
    — Outside, 23 Feb. 2026
  • This is often the case with people who make a big show of patriotism.
    — Louis Menand, New Yorker, 26 May 2025
  • A little patriotism can go a long way.
    — Austin Perry Outkick, FOXNews.com, 25 Apr. 2026
  • She was taught the values of a strong faith in God, patriotism and hard work.
    — orlandosentinel.com, 30 June 2019
  • The show featured themes of patriotism and faith with a rugged blue-collar vibe.
    — Torrey Snow, Baltimore Sun, 11 Feb. 2026
  • And that’s a more powerful display of patriotism than a flag pin stuck on a lapel.
    — Robin Givhan, Washington Post, 14 Apr. 2020
  • Wisconsin was not in the bottom ten last year but dropped in patriotism this year.
    — Jenny Goldsberry, Washington Examiner, 4 July 2023
  • This gorgeous wreath comes packed with patriotism and will only take a few moments of your time to craft.
    — Hunter Boyce, ajc, 11 May 2022
  • But no one here dares to question the unabashed patriotism of one person, one vote.
    — Amy E. Randall, The Christian Science Monitor, 25 Oct. 2021
  • The witty and wise Mark Twain knew a thing or two about patriotism.
    — J.d. Crowe | [email protected], al, 14 June 2020
  • But these are the days that bold patriotism and waterproof mascara are made for.
    — Pat Beall, Sun Sentinel, 29 Jan. 2026
  • Watch the video to hear more about people’s thoughts on the holiday and on patriotism.
    — Kansas City Star, 4 July 2025
  • The world can surely use some reminders these days about the true meaning of patriotism.
    — Tomris Laffly, Variety, 25 May 2026
  • At the time the country was united with grief and swelling patriotism, and his rhetoric was poorly timed.
    — Jeff Cornell, Variety, 3 Sep. 2021
  • The holiday marks a day of pride and patriotism in the country.
    — Carrie Napoleon, chicagotribune.com, 5 May 2021
  • But deep down, Lockhart barely knows what to cling to apart from her patriotism.
    — Matt Pearce, Los Angeles Times, 10 Nov. 2022
  • The Olympics can be full of odd stories and often rote patriotism.
    — Dave Hyde, sun-sentinel.com, 17 July 2021
  • Wren and Soane spaces shine in a salute to British patriotism.
    — Brian T. Allen, National Review, 19 Oct. 2024
  • That patriotism and love of service were part of the crowd’s common language.
    — Los Angeles Times, 2 Sep. 2021
  • MacArthur’s statue is a symbol of patriotism that should be left alone.
    — Washington Post, 20 Feb. 2022
  • But on the other hand, a lot of people perceive fashion as a safe space to hint at their patriotism.
    — Nicole Fallert, USA Today, 14 May 2026
  • Olympians play for their country and companies want to align with patriotism.
    — Daniel Kaplan, HollywoodReporter, 21 Aug. 2025

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