devote
verb (used with object)
to give up or appropriate to or concentrate on a particular pursuit, occupation, purpose, cause, etc..
have devoted
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present perfectof devote.present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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Researchers have devoted considerable attention to the plasma's intense swirling motion and powerful electromagnetic fields.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 3, 2026
According to BofA Securities, the Magnificent Seven hyperscalers have devoted $234 billion to capital expenditures this year.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 9, 2026
The book could have devoted more attention to the cosmetic reason many people give for staying out of the sun: minimizing the wrinkles on their faces.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 16, 2026
I have devoted my life to my music but this does not mean deeply personal things which I have a right to deal with in private are fair game.
From Barron's ● Feb. 6, 2026
I have devoted four years of hard work to my coach and my team.
From "The Freedom Writers Diary" by The Freedom Writers
