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devote

[dih-voht] / dɪˈvoʊt /


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Leavitt, who gave birth to her second child in early May, announced on August 12 that she was leaving her position to devote more time to her family.

From Barron's Aug. 22, 2026

Nvidia puts only about half of its free cash flow toward buybacks, he noted, while some peers devote 75% to 100%.

From MarketWatch Aug. 18, 2026

I cannot devote four hours of attention to anything, not even my own children.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 17, 2026

Although they said they would devote the refund to “price investment,” which sounds like lowering prices.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 6, 2026

Conversely, Europe, in its rush toward political and economic unity today, will have to devote much thought to how to avoid dismantling the underlying reason behind its successes of the last five centuries.

From "Guns, Germs, and Steel: The Fates of Human Societies" by Jared M. Diamond

Mr. Magnason devotes many moments to his family members, specifically his grandparents who were human links to old ways and old times.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 30, 2026

Elle knows this because she studies fashion magazines with the same riveted attention she devotes to preparing for the LSATs, so she can score the 179 she needs to qualify for admission consideration.

From Salon Jul. 6, 2026

Never doubt what can happen when a teenager finds something they love and devotes time and energy to achieving their dreams.

From Los Angeles Times May 27, 2026

Ms. Margulis devotes much of “Transported” to exploring how this happens.

From The Wall Street Journal May 15, 2026

California is virtually alone among the states in having a formal program in biological control, and many states have not even one entomologist who devotes full time to it.

From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson

The Swiss president Guy Parmelin wrote on X that Harald "will be remembered for his steadfast leadership and devoted service to his country."

From Barron's Aug. 28, 2026

A devoted reader of Thoreau and Emerson, he had a profound love of nature.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 28, 2026

PC Blades, a 37-year-old father of two, was described by his family as a "beloved husband" and the "most devoted father".

From BBC Aug. 26, 2026

The course, announced last year, will cover entrepreneurship and business strategy alongside topics devoted to personal finance.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 22, 2026

“I felt more devoted to him than ever before,” Krogh said.

From "Most Dangerous: Daniel Ellsberg and the Secret History of the Vietnam War" by Steve Sheinkin

"Celebrities are voting for the Greek summer!" public broadcaster ERT said on Friday, devoting a report to these stars from across the Atlantic.

From Barron's Aug. 22, 2026

Plus, devoting a day to taking care of business can be good for your finances.

From MarketWatch Jun. 30, 2026

The 2026 season could be the year the 6-foot-2 Green rises to a whole different level because of his expected improvement from workouts, practices and devoting total attention to where he wants to go.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 3, 2026

Tackling the criminal networks behind people smuggling remains a top priority and the NCA is devoting more resources to it than ever, says the agency's deputy director Dan Cannatella-Barcroft.

From BBC May 18, 2026

From that day, Lord Randyll ignored Sam, devoting all his time to the younger boy, a fierce, robust child more to his liking.

From "A Game of Thrones" by George R.R. Martin




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