as in dedicating
to keep or intend for a special purpose
I have set by the earnings from my weekend job to use as vacation money
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These exercises included marching in place, stair step-ups, and fast bodyweight squats, all of which could be performed at home with no equipment and without dedicating a large block of time.—
Jennifer Klump,
Verywell Health,
12 June 2026 -
Shawna Anderson, the San Dieguito River Park Joint Powers Authority executive director, recently announced her retirement after dedicating 26 years to helping to protect and preserve the valuable open space corridor that stretches from the beach in Del Mar to Volcan Mountain in Julian.—
Karen Billing,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
9 June 2026
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That meant last summer devoting resources to improving the Hurricane Harbor water park, which Lawrence says specifically attracts families and grandparents.—
Todd Martens,
Los Angeles Times,
9 June 2026
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The Man-At-Arms, also known as Duncan, serves as He-Man's mentor and father figure in the film, devoting his time to He-Man.—
Lisa Stardust,
PEOPLE,
5 June 2026
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That’s when Patriots goalkeeper Mamie Kosicki shined, saving multiple high-quality chances to hold the score.—
Jack Murray,
Boston Herald,
11 June 2026
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In a statement issued on June 10, Svelta Plastic Surgery maintained that advanced life-saving measures were already underway before firefighters arrived.—
Ivan Taylor,
CBS News,
11 June 2026
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“Setting by.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/setting%20by. Accessed 16 Jun. 2026.
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