as in loyal
firm in one's allegiance to someone or something
a dedicated follower of the television show who wouldn't dream of missing an episode
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as in devoted
to keep or intend for a special purpose
a young attorney who has decided to dedicate her career to helping the poor receive justice
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Recent Examples of dedicated
Novant Health, Charlotte Observer, 6 June 2025
First-year coursework in liberal arts is expanded upon via access to production studios for film, video, 16mm, 35mm and puppet animation, as well as a dedicated printmaking studio, digital tools and state-of-the-art VR.
—Abbey White, HollywoodReporter, 6 June 2025
And while there is concern among some about their future career prospects, some major tech companies have expressed interest in hiring DOGE alumni -- with companies like Coinbase even creating a dedicated hiring portal specifically recruiting former DOGE staff.
—Will Steakin, ABC News, 6 June 2025
In 2023, the department became one of the few agencies in the country to open a dedicated wellness room for its officers.
—Katja Ridderbusch, NPR, 26 May 2025
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Adjective
Compression refers to wrapping an elastic bandage to compress and reduce swelling in a dedicated area, like the ankle or calf.
—Novant Health, Charlotte Observer, 6 June 2025
First-year coursework in liberal arts is expanded upon via access to production studios for film, video, 16mm, 35mm and puppet animation, as well as a dedicated printmaking studio, digital tools and state-of-the-art VR.
—Abbey White, HollywoodReporter, 6 June 2025
And while there is concern among some about their future career prospects, some major tech companies have expressed interest in hiring DOGE alumni -- with companies like Coinbase even creating a dedicated hiring portal specifically recruiting former DOGE staff.
—Will Steakin, ABC News, 6 June 2025
In 2023, the department became one of the few agencies in the country to open a dedicated wellness room for its officers.
—Katja Ridderbusch, NPR, 26 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dedicated
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In the nearly 20 years since the show's conclusion, the loyal fanbase has pushed for a revival, and Cranston was working behind the scenes to deliver just that.—
Madison E. Goldberg,
People.com,
13 June 2025
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Jeff lives in beautiful Bend, Oregon amid the ponderosa pines, classic muscle cars, a crypt of collector horror comics, and two loyal English Setters.—
Jeff Spry,
Space.com,
12 June 2025
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Brown devoted Wednesdays to mobility and conditioning after years of just incorporating it into his daily workouts.—
Chandler Rome,
New York Times,
10 Apr. 2025
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The special section of Art Bulletin—which, as the discipline’s flagship journal, constitutes a semiofficial statement about AI’s importance in the field—devoted the majority of its space to critical commentary about the application of computer vision to works of art.—
Sonja Drimmer,
Artforum,
1 Apr. 2025
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Despite Aspinall winning the interim crown, UFC CEO Dana White remained steadfast in saying that Jones vs. Miocic was the fight to make.—
Trent Reinsmith,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2025
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From the outset, our firm has maintained that no one is above the law, especially those in positions of power, and that principle remains steadfast.—
Cheyenne Roundtree,
Rolling Stone,
12 June 2025
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Just two awards away from obtaining EGOT status, for over three decades, Foxx has maintained a repertoire of not only staunch professionalism, but also stands as a benefactor of Black male representation in entertainment.—
Ime Ekpo,
Forbes.com,
7 June 2025
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From the administration’s staunch anti-diversity stance and the military’s push to oust transgender servicemembers, to a looming US Supreme Court ruling that could upend health care for millions of LGBTQ Americans, the second Trump administration has ushered in a period of uncertainty and fear.—
Chelsea Bailey,
CNN Money,
7 June 2025
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No one needs a live-action remake, but ones this faithful and sweet are not the problem.—
Kate Erbland,
IndieWire,
9 June 2025
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Both faithful and former members have been posting online about the change, and some of the comments have been angry.—
Lauren Jackson,
New York Times,
29 May 2025
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Bure became a devout Christian at the age of 12 and has remained outspoken about her religious beliefs and conservative political opinions.—
Ryan Coleman,
EW.com,
11 June 2025
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One such soul was Madeline Buol (1902–1986), a devout Catholic and beauty shop owner living in Dubuque, IA, right across the Mississippi River from Dickeyville.—
Chadd Scott,
Forbes.com,
7 June 2025
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The film also stars Yul Vazquez, Ashlie Atkinson and Spencer Watson. Co-written by Greengrass and Brad Inglesby, The Lost Bus is inspired by true events featured in Lizzie Johnson’s 2021 book Paradise: One Town’s Struggle to Survive an American Wildfire.—
Glenn Garner,
Deadline,
8 June 2025
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Hoang said the online allegations — none of which were true — led to threats of violence against the university, and there was talk that some parents withdrew their children because of them.—
Stephanie Yang,
Los Angeles Times,
8 June 2025
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Then, Bennett, the Panthers best player these playoffs, took a tripping penalty behind the play coming out of the offensive zone.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
13 June 2025
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As good as Trachtenberg is at keeping secrets, this particular one seems unlikely.—
Louis Peitzman,
Vulture,
13 June 2025
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“Dedicated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dedicated. Accessed 19 Jun. 2025.
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