as in commitment
adherence to something to which one is bound by a pledge or duty
her dedication to the ideals of the organization is indeed admirable
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Recent Examples of dedication
Securing a reservation requires serious dedication to refreshing OpenTable… or finding someone with the culinary connections to get you in.
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Elise Taylor, Vogue, 4 Apr. 2025
Though the museum will take shape in the 9th Ward, Englewood’s 16th Ward Alderman Stephanie D. Coleman, chairwoman of the Chicago Aldermanic Black Caucus, hosted its dedication ceremony.
—Susan Degrane, Chicago Tribune, 4 Apr. 2025
Lady Lake has been recognized as a Tree City USA by the Arbor Day Foundation for 20 consecutive years, highlighting its dedication to urban forestry, tree preservation, and responsible development.
—Orlando Sentinel Staff, The Orlando Sentinel, 3 Apr. 2025
Not just for the exceptional wines, but for these supremely authentic interactions that are born from an unfailing dedication to the land.
—Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 29 Mar. 2025
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Elise Taylor, Vogue, 4 Apr. 2025
Though the museum will take shape in the 9th Ward, Englewood’s 16th Ward Alderman Stephanie D. Coleman, chairwoman of the Chicago Aldermanic Black Caucus, hosted its dedication ceremony.
—Susan Degrane, Chicago Tribune, 4 Apr. 2025
Lady Lake has been recognized as a Tree City USA by the Arbor Day Foundation for 20 consecutive years, highlighting its dedication to urban forestry, tree preservation, and responsible development.
—Orlando Sentinel Staff, The Orlando Sentinel, 3 Apr. 2025
Not just for the exceptional wines, but for these supremely authentic interactions that are born from an unfailing dedication to the land.
—Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 29 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dedication
Noun
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Miles is ranked No. 1 in the portal by many outlets including On3, which first reported the commitment.—
Steven Johnson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
8 Apr. 2025
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Despite the health scare, Bobby V’s commitment to his fans remained unwavering.—
Amber Corrine,
VIBE.com,
8 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Republicans tried to recast the contest as a chance for Trump’s base to come out and show their loyalty to him and push back against judges Trump claims treat him and his administration unfairly.—
Barnini Chakraborty,
The Washington Examiner,
2 Apr. 2025
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Getting the mix right is especially important as carriers seek to grow their lucrative loyalty programs and need attractive destinations to keep customers spending.—
Leslie Josephs,
CNBC,
2 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Toni Kroos’ devotion to his Adidas Adipure 11s is a legend.—
Megan Feringa,
New York Times,
27 Mar. 2025
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His mother’s devotion to Joyner’s show, which ended in 2019, made an impression on Charlamagne.—
Cynthia Littleton,
Variety,
25 Mar. 2025
Noun
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He’s left with Chrissy and Mitch, who have little allegiance to him.—
Brian Moylan,
Vulture,
26 Mar. 2025
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Unlike many others in Indiana who rooted for in-state schools Indiana, Purdue or Notre Dame, Smith didn’t have an allegiance to one program.—
Tim Casey,
Forbes,
25 Mar. 2025
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Clear and dynamic, the main frequency ranges blossomed with a fidelity not possible at the group’s two most recent local gigs at the Riviera Theatre (2014) and Aragon (2022).—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
31 Mar. 2025
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Loyalty isn’t a strong enough word of Bondi’s fidelity to Trump.—
David Catanese,
Miami Herald,
14 Mar. 2025
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“Dedication.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dedication. Accessed 13 Apr. 2025.
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