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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 prioritized
Since she was elected in July, the President has prioritized the protection of Indigenous and tribal lands, economic diversification, and responsible forest management.
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Erin McMullen, Time, 5 Nov. 2025
Kłuskiewicz said Netflix prioritized quality over speed on the making of Heweliusz and this taps into his broader strategy for projects in the region.
—Max Goldbart, Deadline, 5 Nov. 2025
The decision could come down to defense, as the Yankees have typically prioritized defense over the last year.
—Zach Pressnell, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2025
Economic concerns were the top issue for those 18-29 last fall, and voters who prioritized the economy were also more likely to vote for the president, according to a CIRCLE analysis of 2024 AP VoteCast data.
—Elena Moore, NPR, 2 Nov. 2025
At the time, top Western songwriters prioritized Japan, the world’s second-largest music market.
—Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 2 Nov. 2025
When used correctly, FIFO ensures that items closer to their expiration date are prioritized over the new stuff that has a longer shelf life.
—Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Nov. 2025
Spontaneity delivered 24 frames per second will be prioritized over preparation and motivation.
—David Fear, Rolling Stone, 31 Oct. 2025
Breadth is prioritized over depth; the goal is to strengthen loyalty to the platform, not devotion to an artist or album.
—Jonathan Garrett, The Atlantic, 29 Oct. 2025
Erin McMullen, Time, 5 Nov. 2025
Kłuskiewicz said Netflix prioritized quality over speed on the making of Heweliusz and this taps into his broader strategy for projects in the region.
—Max Goldbart, Deadline, 5 Nov. 2025
The decision could come down to defense, as the Yankees have typically prioritized defense over the last year.
—Zach Pressnell, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2025
Economic concerns were the top issue for those 18-29 last fall, and voters who prioritized the economy were also more likely to vote for the president, according to a CIRCLE analysis of 2024 AP VoteCast data.
—Elena Moore, NPR, 2 Nov. 2025
At the time, top Western songwriters prioritized Japan, the world’s second-largest music market.
—Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 2 Nov. 2025
When used correctly, FIFO ensures that items closer to their expiration date are prioritized over the new stuff that has a longer shelf life.
—Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Nov. 2025
Spontaneity delivered 24 frames per second will be prioritized over preparation and motivation.
—David Fear, Rolling Stone, 31 Oct. 2025
Breadth is prioritized over depth; the goal is to strengthen loyalty to the platform, not devotion to an artist or album.
—Jonathan Garrett, The Atlantic, 29 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for prioritized
Verb
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It is criminalized, typically as reckless endangerment, but isn’t categorized in the minds of normal people as a social crime.—
Doreen St. Félix,
New Yorker,
8 Nov. 2025
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The climb is categorized as AD, or moderately difficult, and usually takes five to seven days.—
Ally Jaksen,
Outside,
4 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Oscar-winning directors Spike Lee, George Miller, Giuseppe Tornatore and Gus Van Sant are also expected at the event, which is being organized by the Vatican’s culture office as part of the Catholic Church’s ongoing Holy Year celebrations.—
Nick Vivarelli,
Variety,
11 Nov. 2025
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The Women in Entertainment gala is one of many events organized by The Hollywood Reporter annually, including, most recently, the Creators A-List dinner and the Power Business Managers breakfast.—
THR Staff,
HollywoodReporter,
11 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
Verb
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On an email chain including seven of Stryker’s lawyers, the company’s legal team filed a motion for a temporary restraining order on the records, more than an hour after UC released them to The Enquirer.—
Elizabeth B. Kim,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
12 Nov. 2025
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The judgment releases the county from four separate federal lawsuits filed by various plaintiffs against officials.—
Matthew Kelly,
Kansas City Star,
12 Nov. 2025
Verb
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As a result of this change, Puma United will be classified as a discontinued operation in the company’s financial reporting from November 2025 onwards.—
Stephen Garner,
Footwear News,
11 Nov. 2025
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Every call to 211 is classified by the need of the caller, such as shelter, rent, utilities or food – each of which has its own code.—
Matthew W. Kreuter,
CNN Money,
8 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Then, amid the noise, athletic director Chris McIntosh jolted the fan base by declaring that Fickell would return in 2026 — even as the Badgers sat 2-6 with an offense ranked 134th of 136 nationally.—
Ira Gorawara,
New York Times,
9 Nov. 2025
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Personal services, child care and education ranked at the top for satisfaction.—
Robert Frank,
CNBC,
8 Nov. 2025
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