as in to dedicate
to keep or intend for a special purpose
unfortunately, when he was in college, weekends were largely given up to binge drinking
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Whitmer, for her part, wants the chance to dedicate more resources for CVI.—
Andrea May Sahouri,
Freep.com,
25 July 2025 -
Around the world, many airports already have dedicated screening lanes for families, including Incheon International Airport (ICN) in Seoul, Istanbul Airport (IST), and Hamad International Airport (DOH) in Doha.—
AFAR Media,
AFAR Media,
23 July 2025
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Jane comes from a background of poverty and has stayed in their hometown for the past 20 years, devoting herself to caregiving.—
Julie Hinds,
Freep.com,
25 July 2025
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With this work, the tenacious journalist and advocate for the Everglades devoted her life to preserving the unique, sprawling ecosystem now protected by federal law.—
Jay Reddick,
The Orlando Sentinel,
24 July 2025
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Aim higher than the bar set by any regulatory compliance, and do it often.—
David Monnier,
Forbes.com,
25 July 2025
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But Lindor finished shy of the Mets franchise record, which Rey Ordóñez set by going 0-for-37 in 1997.—
Peter Sblendorio,
New York Daily News,
23 July 2025
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At best, the new tax break means many seniors will save some money on taxes over four years.—
Susan Tompor,
Freep.com,
14 July 2025
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Their bravery and quick action undoubtedly saved many lives.—
Shane Croucher
John Feng,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 July 2025
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“Give up (to).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/give%20up%20%28to%29. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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