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
Some Anglicans, especially in Anglo-Catholic traditions, also ask for the intercession of saints and maintain Marian devotions similar to those in Roman Catholicism.
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Encyclopedia Britannica, 23 Mar. 2026
Many churches also have extra times of devotions and other activities.
—ABC News, 16 Feb. 2026
Eclipses across your astrological axis (Virgo-Pisces) activate themes of independence versus commitment, asking you to honor your devotions without deflecting.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 30 Jan. 2026
In the 15th century, Sufi mystics are said to have consumed it to stay awake during long nights of prayer and devotions.
—Ali Halit Diker, CNN Money, 26 Aug. 2025
Encyclopedia Britannica, 23 Mar. 2026
Many churches also have extra times of devotions and other activities.
—ABC News, 16 Feb. 2026
Eclipses across your astrological axis (Virgo-Pisces) activate themes of independence versus commitment, asking you to honor your devotions without deflecting.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 30 Jan. 2026
In the 15th century, Sufi mystics are said to have consumed it to stay awake during long nights of prayer and devotions.
—Ali Halit Diker, CNN Money, 26 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for devotions
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More than 40 years later, McDonough can’t imagine doing anything other than working a kaleidoscope of colorful stones into pieces inspired by her many passions, which range from the ballet to Liverpool’s football team to the great outdoors.—
Samantha Conti,
Footwear News,
27 May 2026
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Contemporary composer Ruth Naomi Floyd uses Anderson’s life and passions as inspiration for a new body of compositions inspired by her unique fusion of authentic jazz and stately classical formations.—
Chadd Scott,
Forbes.com,
26 May 2026
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The atmosphere in the house is always quiet, neat and calm — even when the housemates are upset that their crush’s affections are unreturned.—
Sarah Wang,
PEOPLE,
16 May 2026
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And then there is Gomes, one of very few Wolves players to have retained the affections of supporters during a depressing decline for the club.—
Steve Madeley,
New York Times,
12 May 2026
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Here’s everything to know about the real-life loves of the Dutton Ranch cast.—
Katie Mannion,
PEOPLE,
23 May 2026
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As the night unfolds, the party crowd revisits past loves, secrets, and lost dreams.—
Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
14 May 2026
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“Devotions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/devotions. Accessed 31 May. 2026.
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