patriot
noun
a person who loves, supports, and defends their country and its interests with devotion.
patriots
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pluralof patriot.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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He has played gangsters, soldiers, policemen, politicians, patriots, villains, comic characters and tragic figures, while moving between Hindi and Marathi cinema and sometimes also working behind the camera as a director and writer.
From BBC ● Oct. 8, 2026
The idea reassures believers that true patriots like themselves will soon be financially secure, respected, and healthy—and it also offers more immediate relief too.
From Slate ● Sep. 22, 2026
“This is being made as a gift from me and other people that are great patriots and spent a lot of money. We are building what will be the finest ballroom anywhere in the world.”
From Los Angeles Times ● May 21, 2026
The attacks created a shared sense of purpose that inspired a generation of patriots.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 19, 2026
These men were patriots who risked their lives to help the struggle.
From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela
