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devout

[dih-vout] / dɪˈvaʊt /


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At first none of the characters is particularly devout.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 2, 2026

The decision came in the case of a devout Rastafarian in Louisiana.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 23, 2026

It's also not yet clear if any lucky fans will get an invite, a theory perhaps wrapped in wishful thinking that cropped up due to Swift inviting devout fans to her home in the past.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

Leo Kelly—a devout Christian Iowan who was seen ascending the Senate dais, leafing through sensitive documents, and praying in the chamber—described it as “a blessing.”

From Slate • May 28, 2026

Joey is devout; she certainly believes that God has a plan for her.

From "At Last She Stood" by Erin Entrada Kelly




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