as in to categorize
to put in order based on importance
We prioritized the hardest parts of the project before the easier ones.
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Recent Examples of prioritize
And while New York City has for decades been a national leader in protecting its residents, Mamdani should prioritize passing an executive order directing all city agencies to submit plans for training and robust implementation of existing sanctuary laws.
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Natalia Aristizabal, New York Daily News, 7 Jan. 2026
One trend that has gained traction is the use of low-profile, unobtrusive structures that prioritize the land over the building.
—Amplified Content Studio, Mercury News, 7 Jan. 2026
Similarly, Alves de Oliveira sees consumers shifting their attention away from viral trends to prioritize quiet, durable core products that act as an anchor in their wardrobes.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 7 Jan. 2026
The Intimate Alfresco Experience Homeowners are prioritizing wellness and tranquility in their backyards, adding flower and herb gardens, water features, firepits, cozy seating, and ambient lighting.
—Colleen Sullivan, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Jan. 2026
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Natalia Aristizabal, New York Daily News, 7 Jan. 2026
One trend that has gained traction is the use of low-profile, unobtrusive structures that prioritize the land over the building.
—Amplified Content Studio, Mercury News, 7 Jan. 2026
Similarly, Alves de Oliveira sees consumers shifting their attention away from viral trends to prioritize quiet, durable core products that act as an anchor in their wardrobes.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 7 Jan. 2026
The Intimate Alfresco Experience Homeowners are prioritizing wellness and tranquility in their backyards, adding flower and herb gardens, water features, firepits, cozy seating, and ambient lighting.
—Colleen Sullivan, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for prioritize
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The United States justified its attack on Caracas by categorizing it as a law enforcement operation against Maduro.—
Francesca Chambers,
USA Today,
10 Jan. 2026
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In a matter of days, the basement of a local gym was transformed into a free store, with donations categorized by volunteers.—
Elle McLogan,
CBS News,
9 Jan. 2026
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According to Blair, the two members on shift would often organize alternative sleeping rotas that left just one individual with a straightforward password and all the power.—
Charlotte Reck,
CNN Money,
9 Nov. 2025
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The exhibit is co-organized by the American Federation of Arts and the Rembrandt House Museum in Amsterdam.—
Susan B. Barnes,
Southern Living,
9 Nov. 2025
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The data can be sorted by legislative districts, school districts and counties to make the findings more relevant to different audiences.—
Matthew W. Kreuter,
CNN Money,
8 Nov. 2025
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Many people believe fabrics have become more advanced and therefore don’t need to be sorted.—
Patricia Shannon,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Nov. 2025
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The department classifies Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger under its highest Level 4 advisory, warning Americans about issues of terrorism, crime, kidnapping, and more.—
Michael Cappetta,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Jan. 2026
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Those only include what the police classify as murders or non-negligent manslaughter.—
Caitlin McGlade,
Charlotte Observer,
9 Jan. 2026
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And now there’s the technology to fully sequence someone's DNA, and understand modifications to that DNA, called epigenetics.—
Veronique Greenwood,
Time,
6 Nov. 2025
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These researchers are taking part in the first international field expedition of Project Psyche, whose goal is to sequence the genomes of all 11,000 species of moths and butterflies in Europe.—
Glenn Zorpette,
IEEE Spectrum,
4 Nov. 2025
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Wyman filed for divorce the year after, and the year after that, Reagan met Nancy Davis, who would become his wife until his death in 2004.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
7 Jan. 2026
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The Ohio Township Association and Ohio Chamber of Commerce filed briefs supporting Miami Township.—
Laura A. Bischoff,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
7 Jan. 2026
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“Prioritize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prioritize. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.
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