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as in dedicates
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 applies
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 devotes
Because artistic directors are crucial to the flourishing of any fashion house, Dreyfus’ latest also devotes space to highlighting the contributions of Louis Vuitton’s most fearless leaders — who were able to propel the label into the present day while keeping a firm grasp on its inimitable legacy.
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Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 31 Oct. 2025
The box set devotes a lot of time to the summer of 1963.
—Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 27 Oct. 2025
The piece followed the guidelines of the city's Public Art for Neighborhoods Program, which devotes 1% of the value of its incentives to public art.
—Domenica Bongiovanni, IndyStar, 2 Oct. 2025
The current system devotes far more resources to responding to illness than to preventing it.
—Theresa McDonnell, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
Mueller says that the farm devotes 3 acres to pepper varieties and that Nardellos now take up half the total space.
—The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Sep. 2025
Nosrat devotes a whole chapter of Good Things to homemade condiments, components, and toppings.
—Amiel Stanek, Bon Appetit Magazine, 15 Sep. 2025
This scene must have inspired the one in the iconic six-hour 1995 BBC series, which devotes a full minute to Elizabeth’s muddy walk.
—Literary Hub, 4 Sep. 2025
Edmonds devotes the second half of his book to detractors of the pond and to opponents of a utilitarian approach to aid—some of whom, of course, have developed thought experiments of their own.
—Dan Piepenbring, Harpers Magazine, 20 Aug. 2025
Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 31 Oct. 2025
The box set devotes a lot of time to the summer of 1963.
—Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 27 Oct. 2025
The piece followed the guidelines of the city's Public Art for Neighborhoods Program, which devotes 1% of the value of its incentives to public art.
—Domenica Bongiovanni, IndyStar, 2 Oct. 2025
The current system devotes far more resources to responding to illness than to preventing it.
—Theresa McDonnell, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
Mueller says that the farm devotes 3 acres to pepper varieties and that Nardellos now take up half the total space.
—The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Sep. 2025
Nosrat devotes a whole chapter of Good Things to homemade condiments, components, and toppings.
—Amiel Stanek, Bon Appetit Magazine, 15 Sep. 2025
This scene must have inspired the one in the iconic six-hour 1995 BBC series, which devotes a full minute to Elizabeth’s muddy walk.
—Literary Hub, 4 Sep. 2025
Edmonds devotes the second half of his book to detractors of the pond and to opponents of a utilitarian approach to aid—some of whom, of course, have developed thought experiments of their own.
—Dan Piepenbring, Harpers Magazine, 20 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for devotes
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While expanding access to mental health services, Project Healthy Minds also dedicates its mission to shifting cultural attitudes on mental health and wellness.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
10 Oct. 2025
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In April, the Fab Four cast was announced for the project, which dedicates an entire film to each member of the band.—
Larisha Paul,
Rolling Stone,
8 Oct. 2025
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The case could become a major test of how Section 203 applies to 1980s-era contracts and how loan-out corporations affect writers’ ability to reclaim ownership of their original works.—
Mike Fleming Jr,
Deadline,
29 Oct. 2025
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The brief also contends Title IX applies to revenue sharing.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
29 Oct. 2025
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Advertisement Back at the bookstore, the hilarity gives way to a confrontation that shakes Lee to his core.—
Judy Berman,
Time,
5 Nov. 2025
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At least setting up for the party gives the crew something else to do besides dressing the women’s wounds and blow-drying their hair.—
Tom Smyth,
Vulture,
5 Nov. 2025
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“Devotes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/devotes. Accessed 5 Nov. 2025.
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