devote to

verb

devoted to; devoting to; devotes to
: to decide that (something) will be used for (a special purpose) : to use (time, money, energy, attention, etc.) for (something)
They devote an hour every day to worship.
Some of the money they raise will be devoted to repairing the church's roof.
The magazine will devote an entire issue to this year's winner of the Nobel Peace Prize.

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The Athletic explores these topics and more in a series devoted to motherhood and soccer. Charlotte Harpur, New York Times, 27 May 2026 In addition to the main text and many archival images of the singer throughout the years, this immersive book contains sidebars devoted to other aspects of Nicks’ career, including her fashions, collaborations and friendships, causes, and place in pop culture. David Chiu, Forbes.com, 26 May 2026 Prep Rally is devoted to the SoCal high school sports experience, bringing you scores, stories and a behind-the-scenes look at what makes prep sports so popular. Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 25 May 2026 Inside, artwork that celebrates the destination—from vintage photographs of Athens to coffee table books devoted to the region—is displayed throughout. Eleni N. Gage, Travel + Leisure, 24 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for devote to

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“Devote to.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/devote%20to. Accessed 30 May. 2026.

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