as in commitment
adherence to something to which one is bound by a pledge or duty
her dedication to the ideals of the organization is indeed admirable
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Recent Examples of dedication
But longtime Knicks fans and bandwagoners alike will appreciate this record’s dedication to the sounds of his hometown—more specifically, its parks system, a place that has brought him refuge, community, and inspiration over the years.
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Nina Corcoran, Pitchfork, 12 June 2026
The dedication and hunger to solve problems in one of the world’s most complex technical environments are admirable.
—Jerry Perez, The Drive, 11 June 2026
Lincoln prosecuted the conflict with unyielding determination, and an unflinching dedication to save the Union.
—New York Times, 11 June 2026
Anmol-Kiran’s love, compassion, and dedication to her family will forever be remembered and celebrated.
—Harry Harris, Mercury News, 11 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for dedication
Nina Corcoran, Pitchfork, 12 June 2026
The dedication and hunger to solve problems in one of the world’s most complex technical environments are admirable.
—Jerry Perez, The Drive, 11 June 2026
Lincoln prosecuted the conflict with unyielding determination, and an unflinching dedication to save the Union.
—New York Times, 11 June 2026
Anmol-Kiran’s love, compassion, and dedication to her family will forever be remembered and celebrated.
—Harry Harris, Mercury News, 11 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for dedication
Recent Examples of Synonyms for dedication
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Morales received the 2024 Ellis Island Medal of Honor for his lifetime commitment to public service and community impact.—
Peter D'Oench,
CBS News,
13 June 2026
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Reuters, citing unnamed sources from Iran, the West and mediators, reported the deal would not involve an immediate commitment from Iran to end its nuclear program, with discussions about the program being delayed for 60 days.—
Antonio Pequeño IV,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2026
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In India, Shilangi Mukherji, director and head of SVOD Business at Prime Video India, said audience loyalty has been driven by a combination of local originals, licensed programming and long-term investment in intellectual property.—
Lin Ying-Hsuan,
Variety,
17 June 2026
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That sense of loyalty became a feedback loop.—
Gustavo Turner,
HollywoodReporter,
17 June 2026
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The butterflies’ devotion to this special longevity diet pays off.—
Katherine J. Wu,
The Atlantic,
16 June 2026
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His devotion to the team has earned him such distinction that in 2024, the NBA announced he would be recognized alongside Billy Crystal, Alan Horwitz and Jack Nicholson as a SuperFan in the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame.—
Mason Leib,
ABC News,
15 June 2026
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Timothée Chalamet, Kylie Jenner Timothée Chalamet was raised in Manhattan, making his Knicks fandom feel less like a Hollywood attachment and more like a hometown allegiance.—
Lauryn Overhultz,
FOXNews.com,
13 June 2026
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With Mateen pledging allegiance to the Islamic State, the FBI got involved.—
Cristóbal Reyes,
The Orlando Sentinel,
12 June 2026
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The monitor also utilizes 99% sRGB color gamut, as well as HDR10 to help create vivid colors as well as striking contrast to provide the highest graphical fidelity possible.—
George Yang,
PC Magazine,
11 June 2026
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The governors of Utah and Arkansas deemed it Fidelity Month, which emphasizes fidelity to faith, country and family — without comment on how those families might be comprised.—
Hannah Schoenbaum,
Los Angeles Times,
4 June 2026
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“Dedication.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dedication. Accessed 19 Jun. 2026.
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