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as in loving
feeling or showing love
a devoted couple who enjoy sharing their lives with one another
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as in loyal
firm in one's allegiance to someone or something
remembered her most devoted supporters in her campaign victory speech
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as in dedicated
to keep or intend for a special purpose
I conscientiously devote several hours every weekend to playing with my dog
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as in applied
to occupy (oneself) diligently or with close attention
planning a diplomatic career, she's been intensely devoting herself to the study of foreign languages in college
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Recent Examples of devoted
Jakob Rodgers, Mercury News, 1 Aug. 2025
Grasping at any hope, she’s asked devoted widower father Jake (John Adams) to drive her to this mystery woman’s abode in the Catskills, where a supernatural healing of some sort may or may not take place.
—Dennis Harvey, Variety, 31 July 2025
Steven Zeitchik, The Hollywood Reporter, 19 Mar. 2025
This order was not only severe in its scope but alarmingly rushed in its execution and callous in its treatment of service members who have devoted their lives to protecting our nation.
—Carlos Del Toro, Newsweek, 17 Mar. 2025
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Adjective
Many of the letters described Kaplan as a devoted father of two and tireless business owner, who is enthusiastic about training pets.
—Jakob Rodgers, Mercury News, 1 Aug. 2025
Grasping at any hope, she’s asked devoted widower father Jake (John Adams) to drive her to this mystery woman’s abode in the Catskills, where a supernatural healing of some sort may or may not take place.
—Dennis Harvey, Variety, 31 July 2025
Verb
His activist streak both online and in the halls of the agency’s L Street headquarters has alarmed those who’ve devoted their lives to studying the FCC.
—Steven Zeitchik, The Hollywood Reporter, 19 Mar. 2025
This order was not only severe in its scope but alarmingly rushed in its execution and callous in its treatment of service members who have devoted their lives to protecting our nation.
—Carlos Del Toro, Newsweek, 17 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for devoted
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Cognitive generosity is all about making the choice to interpret your partner’s intentions, behaviors and words in the most generous and loving light possible.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
10 Aug. 2025
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Thank you to all the beautiful loving and supportive fans out there for honoring him.—
Gil Kaufman,
Billboard,
8 Aug. 2025
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Eric, Anna's fiancé, is an extremely loyal and dedicated father to his daughter Lily.—
Lisa Stardust,
People.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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Her ability to tap into cultural moments, partner with like-minded brands, and foster a loyal online community has made her brand a standout in the competitive world of digital commerce.—
Yola Robert,
Forbes.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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But a prevailing question is whether the administration has raced to act, made mistakes and later applied new narratives and legal justifications to specific deportation cases challenged in the news and in the courts.—
Alexis Simendinger,
The Hill,
14 Apr. 2025
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Over a one-week period, a concrete solution was applied to fill the hole until the leak stopped.—
Michael Peregrine,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Apr. 2025
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Even this brief description cannot fully prepare the viewer for the zigzagging subplots and delights of Mendonça’s eccentric and affectionate ode to the movies and the Brazil of his youth—and to maintaining individuality amid abuses of power.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
5 Aug. 2025
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The King Charles Cavalier Spaniel, known for its affectionate temperament and distinctive coloring, has long been a favorite among pet owners—but rarely do two appear in such identical fashion on a first date.—
Melissa Fleur Afshar,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Exciting developments are on the horizon, but no matter how ebikes evolve, one rule remains steadfast: Buy a bike from a manufacturer that offers good customer support.—
Stephanie Pearson,
Wired News,
8 Aug. 2025
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Jones has remained steadfast in his praise of Parsons after his trade request.—
Ryan Canfield,
FOXNews.com,
6 Aug. 2025
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Initially, he had been committed to FAU.—
Gary Curreri,
Sun Sentinel,
27 Dec. 2024
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The New York Rangers have committed to an unusual retool in the last few months.—
Arthur Staple,
The Athletic,
27 Dec. 2024
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Chicharito also benefitted from his market placement in LA, in his case mainly due to the proximity to an adoring Mexican fanbase throughout Southern California.—
Ian Nicholas Quillen,
Forbes.com,
20 Apr. 2025
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In some cases, like his calls to deport millions of undocumented immigrants, Mr. Trump has promised changes that many of his most adoring fans in Europe have stopped well short of.—
Jim Tankersley,
New York Times,
23 Jan. 2025
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And though public opinion is staunch and clear on this issue, Congress approved vast cutbacks.—
Brittany Allen,
Literary Hub,
7 Aug. 2025
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But the plan collapsed amid staunch opposition from Somalia, which has long opposed Somaliland’s independence and fears Ethiopia’s dominance of the region.—
Mulugeta Gebrehiwot Berhe,
Foreign Affairs,
5 Aug. 2025
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“Devoted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/devoted. Accessed 19 Aug. 2025.
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