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Jingoism

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Today’s word of the day is jingoism. Given its prevalence in modern American society, this word is severely under-utilized.

Jingoism: noun. The spirit, policy, or practice of bellicose chauvinism; professing patriotism loudly and excessively, favoring vigilant preparedness for war and an aggressive foreign policy.
-Random House Unabridged Dictionary

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