as in passions
a feeling of strong or constant regard for and dedication to someone
Albert Schweitzer was world-renowned for his devotion to his fellow man
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Recent Examples of devotions
In the 15th century, Sufi mystics are said to have consumed it to stay awake during long nights of prayer and devotions.
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Ali Halit Diker, CNN Money, 26 Aug. 2025
Ali Halit Diker, CNN Money, 26 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for devotions
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Offstage, the millionaire rapper indulges in equally enviable passions.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
17 Oct. 2025
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Music unites the interconnecting stories in this saga and expands its passions, with a sumptuous score by composer Stephen Flaherty and lyricist Lynn Ahrens that taps into a wide range of American styles, idioms and amalgams, even as the second act turns more dissonant.—
Frank Rizzo,
Variety,
17 Oct. 2025
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Overall, Venus in Libra will be a whimsical time to embrace our affections and aspirations for a select group of special people or one individual in particular.—
Lisa Stardust,
Refinery29,
14 Oct. 2025
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Macken played Davis Collins, a rancher who served as a rival to Josh Duhamel’s Staten Kirkland — and also competed with Staten for the affections of Minka Kelly’s Quinn O’Grady.—
Dave Nemetz,
TVLine,
22 Sep. 2025
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Here's everything to know about the real-life loves of The Parent Trap cast.—
Samantha Stutsman,
PEOPLE,
14 Oct. 2025
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Cordelia, who’s estimated to be 3 years old, lets nothing slow her down and exploring outside is at the top of her list of loves, if only given the chance.—
TJ Macias,
Kansas City Star,
2 Oct. 2025
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“Devotions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/devotions. Accessed 19 Oct. 2025.
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