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VocabJLPT N2
to devote oneself
Godan VerbTransitive Verb

Definitions

  1. 1. to drive in (a nail, stake, etc.)
  2. 2. to hammer in
  3. 3. to hit (a ball, etc.)
  4. 4. to fire into
A verb meaning to strike or hit something forcefully, or to throw oneself wholeheartedly into an activity or passion. Depending on context, it can describe physically hammering something or being deeply devoted to a hobby or pursuit.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Why did you drive it in so deep? Now it won't come out!

Sentence 2

"Drive it in this far and it won't come loose," he said confidently.

Sentence 3

"Drive it in harder!" the senior worker urged.

Sentence 4

There's no way you can drive that in with that little force!

Sentence 5

"If you drive it in at that angle, it'll split the wood," Dad said.