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
Instead, California has prioritized in-state wind and solar farms, bowing to the will of labor unions that want those jobs.
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Sammy Roth, Los Angeles Times, 16 Apr. 2024
Ultimately, however, in his discussions with Western leaders, Zelensky did not prioritize the pursuit of diplomacy with Russia to end the war.
—Samuel Charap, Foreign Affairs, 16 Apr. 2024
With those releases, Olsen prioritized a particular live experience during the creative process.
—Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 16 Apr. 2024
And some Republicans were displeased with the absence of border security measures in his plan, despite months of the party prioritizing border security discussions.
—Nik Popli, TIME, 16 Apr. 2024
Instead, the agency should recommit to a robust trade policy that prioritizes the interests of American businesses of all sizes.
—Ed Brzytwa, Fortune, 15 Apr. 2024
The sneakers have also earned the American Podiatric Medical Association Seal of Acceptance for products that prioritize overall foot health.
—Alexandra Domrongchai, Travel + Leisure, 14 Apr. 2024
An accountant by training, Calhoun has prioritized fiscal discipline over his four years at the helm, tightening the belt to free up cash flow and put the company on better financial footing.
—Allison Morrow, CNN, 12 Apr. 2024
Whether in our personal relationships or professional endeavors, Angelou’s words serve as a poignant reminder to prioritize empathy and understanding in all our interactions.
—Shelby Stewart, Essence, 4 Apr. 2024
Sammy Roth, Los Angeles Times, 16 Apr. 2024
Ultimately, however, in his discussions with Western leaders, Zelensky did not prioritize the pursuit of diplomacy with Russia to end the war.
—Samuel Charap, Foreign Affairs, 16 Apr. 2024
With those releases, Olsen prioritized a particular live experience during the creative process.
—Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 16 Apr. 2024
And some Republicans were displeased with the absence of border security measures in his plan, despite months of the party prioritizing border security discussions.
—Nik Popli, TIME, 16 Apr. 2024
Instead, the agency should recommit to a robust trade policy that prioritizes the interests of American businesses of all sizes.
—Ed Brzytwa, Fortune, 15 Apr. 2024
The sneakers have also earned the American Podiatric Medical Association Seal of Acceptance for products that prioritize overall foot health.
—Alexandra Domrongchai, Travel + Leisure, 14 Apr. 2024
An accountant by training, Calhoun has prioritized fiscal discipline over his four years at the helm, tightening the belt to free up cash flow and put the company on better financial footing.
—Allison Morrow, CNN, 12 Apr. 2024
Whether in our personal relationships or professional endeavors, Angelou’s words serve as a poignant reminder to prioritize empathy and understanding in all our interactions.
—Shelby Stewart, Essence, 4 Apr. 2024
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Word History
First Known Use
1961, in the meaning defined above
Dictionary Entries Near prioritize
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“Prioritize.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/prioritize. Accessed 19 Apr. 2024.
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