allegiance to

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Used to specify the person, group, or country to which loyalty is directed.

allegiancePREPOSITION

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Examples (10)

  • Soldiers must swear an oath of allegiance to the nation they serve.
  • His allegiance to the company's founding principles never wavered.
  • In the story, the knight's allegiance to his king was constantly tested.
  • She felt a strong allegiance to her family and their traditions.
  • Many politicians have shifting allegiance to different interest groups.
  • The group's members pledged their allegiance to the new leader.
  • His true allegiance to the cause was questioned by his rivals.
  • Scientists often have a primary allegiance to the pursuit of truth.
  • He transferred his allegiance to the opposing team, which angered the fans.
  • A citizen's allegiance to their country is a complex and personal matter.