devote
verb (used with object)
to give up or appropriate to or concentrate on a particular pursuit, occupation, purpose, cause, etc..
devoting
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present participleof devote.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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"Additionally, some trade unions are devoting energy to local consultations to mitigate the impact on those colleagues in detriment – focussing on providing specific solutions."
From BBC ● Sep. 24, 2026
After devoting years to the problem, Schlamminger says he is ready to hand the challenge to others.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 20, 2026
The early stage venture-capital firm is devoting a bigger chunk of its focus into the growing defense tech space nationally.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 10, 2026
"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
It was a good thing Rain drove a taxi before devoting her life to terrorizing my mother.
From "Schooled" by Gordon Korman
