HIERARCHIZE Synonyms: 42 Similar and Opposite Words

hierarchize

verb

Definition of hierarchize

as in to sequence

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Recent Examples of hierarchize The use of color, as in the case of the study area and the bathroom, chosen according to each orientation, serves to differentiate these areas from the rest of the room and hierarchize them spatially. — Kimberley Mok, Treehugger, 1 Mar. 2023

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Scientists can sequence a genome, but understanding environmental impacts requires psychologists to follow thousands of people for decades.

— Jessica Craig, Popular Science, 2 Sep. 2026
First, scientists sequence the full range of genetic material in a patient’s sample.

— Jason Liebowitz, New Yorker, 25 Aug. 2026

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The household turns to chaos because the husband prioritizes his business and forgets his wife’s single request.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 15 Sep. 2026
That could be troublesome behavior for some individuals who should realistically prioritize building an emergency savings fund or paying down debt over going on vacation.

— Kamaron McNair, CNBC, 15 Sep. 2026

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Pokémon card prices have surged 1,350% since 2020, according to an index compiled by Collectors, which owns card grading agency Professional Sports Authenticator, CNBC previously reported.

— Jenny Lee, CNBC, 18 Sep. 2026
Each city was graded on a score out of 100, with points based on metrics such as average spending on coffee, number of coffee drinkers per household, and number of affordable coffee shops.

— Emma Hall, Sacbee.com, 18 Sep. 2026

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