used exclusively for vs used exclusively to

Both 'used exclusively for' and 'used exclusively to' are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'Used exclusively for' is used when specifying the purpose or function of something, while 'used exclusively to' is used when indicating the recipient or target of an action.

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used exclusively for

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to specify the purpose or function of something, indicating that it is only used for that particular reason.

Examples:

This room is used exclusively for meetings.
The funds are used exclusively for research purposes.
The software is used exclusively for data analysis.
The space is used exclusively for storage.
The car is used exclusively for commuting.

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Feb 10, 2015 ... Maybe not, but again the legislation says the dollars are to be used exclusively for academics. Athletic scholarships are not about athletics.
All her work in the jewelry business is done in her home office and the office is used exclusively for that business. If she meets all the other tests, she can deduct ...

Alternatives:

dedicated to
reserved for
intended for
specifically for

used exclusively to

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to indicate the recipient or target of an action, emphasizing that the action is directed solely towards that entity.

Examples:

This key is used exclusively to open the safe.
The password is used exclusively to access the system.
The code is used exclusively to unlock the door.
The tool is used exclusively to fix bicycles.
The medication is used exclusively to treat allergies.

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Evaluation of thyroid fine-needle aspirations: can ThinPrep be used exclusively to appropriately triage patients having a thyroid nodule? Duncan LD(1), Forrest L ...
... owned and operated by a farmer in the conduct of agricultural operations, and used exclusively to transport agricultural products upon the highway to the point ...
A trailer or semitrailer owned and operated by a farmer in the conduct of agricultural operations, and used exclusively to transport agricultural products upon the ...
A vehicle with a water tank owned by a farmer and used exclusively to service the farmer's own implements of husbandry. [VC § 36101(b)]. 3. A water tank truck ...

Alternatives:

solely for
specifically for
primarily for
mainly for

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used exclusively for vs used exclusively to