as in loyalty
adherence to something to which one is bound by a pledge or duty
torn between his allegiance to his native country and the opportunities a sports career in the U.S. could offer
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Recent Examples of allegiance
This latest rebuke of MAGA voters also comes after House Republicans blocked a vote to publicize Epstein files, drawing widespread criticism and fueling speculation about political allegiances and transparency within GOP ranks.
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Daniel Orton, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 July 2025
Reed, the 2018 Masters Champion, joined LIV in 2022 and faced widespread criticism for switching allegiances from the PGA Tour to the nascent league backed by Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 10 July 2025
The group declared, in unison, allegiance to the United States and support of the Constitution, by renouncing any allegiance to a foreign prince, potentate, state, or sovereignty, and was followed by a thunderous applause that echoed throughout the flight deck.
—David J. Bohnet, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 July 2025
If anything, the blue-and-red Cubs hat made his allegiance clear.
—Virginia Chamlee, People.com, 9 July 2025
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Daniel Orton, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 July 2025
Reed, the 2018 Masters Champion, joined LIV in 2022 and faced widespread criticism for switching allegiances from the PGA Tour to the nascent league backed by Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 10 July 2025
The group declared, in unison, allegiance to the United States and support of the Constitution, by renouncing any allegiance to a foreign prince, potentate, state, or sovereignty, and was followed by a thunderous applause that echoed throughout the flight deck.
—David J. Bohnet, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 July 2025
If anything, the blue-and-red Cubs hat made his allegiance clear.
—Virginia Chamlee, People.com, 9 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for allegiance
Noun
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Allies of the president have mocked Dooley’s lack of experience, questioned his Republican credentials, and accused Kemp of putting personal loyalty above party unity in a must-win race.—
Samantha-Jo Roth,
The Washington Examiner,
1 Aug. 2025
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Someone’s jealousy, loyalty or honesty could be tested at this time.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
1 Aug. 2025
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The approval came after Skydance and its investment partner, RedBird Capital, assured the FCC of their commitment to unbiased journalism that represents diverse viewpoints.—
USA Today,
USA Today,
25 July 2025
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Urban, who is currently on tour in the U.S. — his next show is scheduled for Saturday, July 26 in Inglewood, Calf. — could not make the residency appointment due to his touring commitments across the country.—
Tommy McArdle,
People.com,
25 July 2025
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Duckworth encourages readers to cultivate long-term dedication to their goals, overcome setbacks, and maintain a growth mindset to achieve excellence.—
Jann E. Freed,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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Soliman's case has attracted wide attention since about 75 supporters held a press conference about his case just after his arrest: Local parents and medical professionals have been writing the immigration court, extolling his dedication to sick children.—
Patricia Gallagher Newberry,
The Enquirer,
14 July 2025
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His efforts, Suzuki added, required utter and total devotion.—
Tyler Kepner,
New York Times,
28 July 2025
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But the obvious calculation behind this move illustrated the desperation of so many anonymous black showbiz performers (such as those who were paid to promote the Kamala Harris campaign) who eagerly demonstrate an unshakeable loyalty to the post-FDR legacy of Democratic Party devotion.—
Armond White,
National Review,
25 July 2025
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During his 2024 campaign, President Donald Trump pledged fidelity to gun rights groups and the Second Amendment.—
Maureen Groppe,
USA Today,
19 July 2025
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His approach to the book project was to marry the factual fidelity required of an official battalion history with a novelistic evocation of life on the front.—
Ed Caesar,
New Yorker,
13 July 2025
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“Allegiance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/allegiance. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.
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