dedicate to
phrasal verb
dedicated to; dedicating to; dedicates to
1
: to decide that (something) will be used for (a special purpose) : to use (time, money, energy, attention, etc.) for (something)
She dedicates 10 percent of each paycheck to her savings.
He dedicated his life/time to helping the poor.
After graduating from college, he dedicated himself to his career.
2
: to say that (a book, song, etc.) was written or is being performed to honor or express affection for (someone)
She dedicated her first novel to her father.
I would like to dedicate this next song to my mother.
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Hadley Hitson, Nashville Tennessean, 12 Nov. 2025
Every cent will go to the Elsa McGrain Legacy Fund, which is dedicated to continuing her impact through acts of care and opportunity in her name.
—Kansas City Star, 12 Nov. 2025
The awards also recognize color work done on music videos, and have spotlighted emerging talent categories dedicated to lower-budget content and up-and-coming colorists.
—Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 12 Nov. 2025
Gehin is among the nuclear lifers for whom this moment promises validation for a career dedicated to the prospect of abundant, emissions-free energy.
—Brandon Loomis, AZCentral.com, 12 Nov. 2025
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“Dedicate to.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dedicate%20to. Accessed 18 Nov. 2025.
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