prioritize
verb
pri·or·i·tize
prī-ˈȯr-ə-ˌtīz 
-ˈär-;
ˈprī-ə-rə-
prioritized; prioritizing
: to list or rate (projects, goals, etc.) in order of priority
Examples of prioritize in a Sentence
It's always difficult to prioritize work, school, and family.
If you want to do your job efficiently, you have to learn to prioritize.
The town council hopes to prioritize the bridge construction project at the next meeting.
Recent Examples on the Web
This momentum within the franchise movement reflects a shift towards prioritizing inclusivity and personalized care in the industry, ushering in a new era of accessibility and individualized support.
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Nick Kasmik, USA TODAY, 10 May 2024
That included prioritizing households with young adults and expanding the sample size.
—Prarthana Prakash, Fortune Europe, 8 May 2024
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Nick Kasmik, USA TODAY, 10 May 2024
That included prioritizing households with young adults and expanding the sample size.
—Prarthana Prakash, Fortune Europe, 8 May 2024
See all Example Sentences for prioritize
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“Prioritize.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/prioritize. Accessed 14 May. 2024.
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