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
For fans of the franchise, that dedication is a big part of what makes this series so much fun.
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Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 27 Mar. 2026
That’s a level of dedication that even the Koopa King himself would respect.
—Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 27 Mar. 2026
In a statement to the Tribune, a spokesperson for the United Center praised Jerry Lewis’ dedication to the surrounding neighborhood.
—Sam Charles, Chicago Tribune, 26 Mar. 2026
The result is a daring collection of originals and covers that highlight Flea’s unbridled dedication to both the trumpet and bass, but also his eclectic influences and tastes.
—Lina Lecaro, Los Angeles Times, 25 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for dedication
Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 27 Mar. 2026
That’s a level of dedication that even the Koopa King himself would respect.
—Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 27 Mar. 2026
In a statement to the Tribune, a spokesperson for the United Center praised Jerry Lewis’ dedication to the surrounding neighborhood.
—Sam Charles, Chicago Tribune, 26 Mar. 2026
The result is a daring collection of originals and covers that highlight Flea’s unbridled dedication to both the trumpet and bass, but also his eclectic influences and tastes.
—Lina Lecaro, Los Angeles Times, 25 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dedication
Noun
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Your strength and your commitment told us that this is still America.—
Sarah D. Wire,
USA Today,
29 Mar. 2026
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Eco effort The resort recently partnered with WiseOceans, a global marine conservation and education company, to implement marine conservation programming and further the property’s ongoing commitment to environmental stewardship and sustainable tourism.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
28 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Katherine Fan is a travel journalist covering points and miles, loyalty programs, and credit card rewards.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 Apr. 2026
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Shipley Donuts Shipley Donuts is offering a free four-pack of kolaches for loyalty members on April 1, according to a news release and a post on their official Facebook page.—
Greta Cross,
USA Today,
1 Apr. 2026
Noun
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One famous fan took his devotion further than most.—
Samantha Agate,
Kansas City Star,
1 Apr. 2026
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An obituary for Spoon, an electrical lineman in Westfield, New York, noted his devotion to his wife, his dog, and exercise.—
Charles Bethea,
New Yorker,
30 Mar. 2026
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The day started on the CPAC main stage with the pledge of allegiance, the national anthem and Arizona pastor Joshua Navarrete’s prayer asking for blessings for the president and Israel.—
Eleanor Dearman,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
26 Mar. 2026
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Virunga's forests are also believed to have been used as a hideout by fighters from the ADF militia, which has pledged allegiance to the Islamic State jihadist group.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
26 Mar. 2026
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Sonos Portable Speaker Deals The Sonos Roam 2 packs the brand's signature high-fidelity sound into an ultra-compact frame that weighs very little in a backpack.—
Juhi Wadia,
PC Magazine,
25 Mar. 2026
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Agent-to-Agent (A2A) interaction — where a buyer’s AI and a seller’s AI communicate directly through APIs — can compress weeks of supplier negotiations and logistics coordination into minutes of high-fidelity data exchange.—
Kuo Zhang,
Fortune,
23 Mar. 2026
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“Dedication.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dedication. Accessed 4 Apr. 2026.
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