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as in dedicating
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 applying
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 devoting
Then there is the steady stream of profiles on tech billionaires joylessly devoting themselves to maximizing their lifespan.
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CBS News, 3 Jan. 2026
From the New York Times and the Wall Street Journal to CNN and even Fox News, nearly all the country’s major newsrooms are in the thrall of this vision of politics, devoting untold amounts of energy to technocratic commentary and polling.
—Jason Blakely, Harpers Magazine, 30 Dec. 2025
While company news was king in these posts, H/Advisors Abernathy found executives devoting more social real estate to sharing personal happenings.
—Alex Harring, CNBC, 21 Dec. 2025
The state is committing to devoting mental health resources to help everyone affected by the shooting, McKee told reporters.
—Sophie Comeau, NBC news, 15 Dec. 2025
For the Soviets, however, generating such high military spending required devoting a huge share of the economy (as much as 14 percent of GDP) to defense, which ultimately proved unsustainable.
—Jennifer Lind, Foreign Affairs, 12 Dec. 2025
Two of those were geared toward devoting more resources to defending the run.
—Daniel Popper, New York Times, 1 Dec. 2025
The city is devoting 12 inspectors to the effort — six teams of two.
—David Garrick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Nov. 2025
As a working mother, Meghan has been candid about running her business while also devoting plenty of time to her kiddos.
—Rachel McRady, PEOPLE, 20 Oct. 2025
CBS News, 3 Jan. 2026
From the New York Times and the Wall Street Journal to CNN and even Fox News, nearly all the country’s major newsrooms are in the thrall of this vision of politics, devoting untold amounts of energy to technocratic commentary and polling.
—Jason Blakely, Harpers Magazine, 30 Dec. 2025
While company news was king in these posts, H/Advisors Abernathy found executives devoting more social real estate to sharing personal happenings.
—Alex Harring, CNBC, 21 Dec. 2025
The state is committing to devoting mental health resources to help everyone affected by the shooting, McKee told reporters.
—Sophie Comeau, NBC news, 15 Dec. 2025
For the Soviets, however, generating such high military spending required devoting a huge share of the economy (as much as 14 percent of GDP) to defense, which ultimately proved unsustainable.
—Jennifer Lind, Foreign Affairs, 12 Dec. 2025
Two of those were geared toward devoting more resources to defending the run.
—Daniel Popper, New York Times, 1 Dec. 2025
The city is devoting 12 inspectors to the effort — six teams of two.
—David Garrick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Nov. 2025
As a working mother, Meghan has been candid about running her business while also devoting plenty of time to her kiddos.
—Rachel McRady, PEOPLE, 20 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for devoting
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And after dedicating much of the past 20 years to speedskating — after moving to Salt Lake City to train six years ago and after deciding that these Milan Cortina Winter Olympics would be his last, gold or bust — Lehman wanted to earn it.—
Andrew Carter,
Chicago Tribune,
10 Jan. 2026
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That infrastructure, including painting the far right lane red and dedicating it for buses only, will come, but it will be phased in over time.—
John Shumway,
CBS News,
9 Jan. 2026
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Regularly applying sealer to your grout and keeping the area clean is your best chance at preventing mold and mildew growth along your grout.—
Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
10 Jan. 2026
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My hair feels brittle, my skin is dry from the cold weather, and my makeup is not applying right.—
Kaitlin Clapinski,
InStyle,
9 Jan. 2026
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Stocks @ Night is a daily newsletter delivered after hours, giving you a first look at tomorrow and last look at today.—
Jason Gewirtz,
CNBC,
16 Jan. 2026
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Kikivivi Satin Ballet Sneakers These ballet sneakers are giving Vivaia but for way, way less.—
Annie Blackman,
InStyle,
16 Jan. 2026
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The three suspects were booked into juvenile hall for assault with a firearm, participating in a criminal street gang, gang enhancement and unlawful assembly for the purpose of committing a violent act.—
Brandon Downs,
CBS News,
11 Jan. 2026
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Marion outrebounded West Memphis 24-17 and forced 17 turnovers while committing just 8 of its own.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
10 Jan. 2026
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On top of that, Petek wrote that over the last four years the governor and Legislature had plugged $125 billion in budget holes largely without addressing the structural differences between spending and revenue which have led budget deficits to grow over time.—
Andrew Graham,
Sacbee.com,
13 Jan. 2026
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Focusing on a single shelf, one drawer, or even just your workout leggings feels a lot simpler than addressing the entire closet.—
Mary Cornetta,
Better Homes & Gardens,
12 Jan. 2026
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