dedication
/ˌdɛdɪˈkeɪʃən/ noun B2- The act of dedicating or the state of being dedicated. · work with dedication· Her dedication is admirable.
- A note addressed to a patron or friend, prefixed to a work of art as a token of respect, esteem, or affection. · Her dedication for the book was only a cryptic "Once again, for T".
- The event, or the ceremony celebrating it, marking an official completion, opening, or beginning. · Near-synonym: inauguration· The building's dedication is scheduled for next week.
- The deliberate or negligent surrender of all rights to property. · the dedication of this right-of-way
Plural dedications
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Helping people recover from their injuries is incredibly rewarding, but getting here required immense dedication.
Their tremendous dedication made the impossible dream of a connected nation a reality.
Their remarkable dedication keeps a beloved tradition alive in a rapidly changing technological world.
Preparing these complex traditional dishes daily requires immense culinary skill and absolute dedication.
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