as in categorizing
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 prioritizing
The key is prioritizing what matters most for your specific situation and life goals.
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Kwame Christian Esq, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
LinkedIn is betting that employers are increasingly prioritizing demonstrated AI skills over traditional résumés, and to that end, the platform has launched a new verification system to address this shift.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 28 Jan. 2026
The robot’s form factor and motion systems are optimized for shared spaces, prioritizing smooth movement and low mechanical noise.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 28 Jan. 2026
In its temporary space at Three Wells Fargo, the museum went back to its roots, prioritizing digital exhibits and walking tours, making its exhibits accessible even if a guest didn’t visit the space.
—Desiree Mathurin, Charlotte Observer, 28 Jan. 2026
An all-of-the-above approach to bringing supply is key, which means liberalizing our housing markets and better prioritizing public funding to deliver cost-effective solutions.
—The Editorial Board, Oc Register, 27 Jan. 2026
And a new development model is emerging on the back of my report to the UN—one that breaks from the outdated formula of prioritizing economic growth first and attempting to redistribute through taxes and transfers later.
—Olivier De Schutter, Time, 27 Jan. 2026
Local wedding associations and hospitality groups often recommend club venues for couples prioritizing service consistency and elevated dining experiences.
—Anton Lucanus, Miami Herald, 27 Jan. 2026
At the same time, schools should continue prioritizing balanced menus and nutrition education, so families understand how milk fits into a healthy eating pattern.
—Leeann Weintraub, Daily News, 21 Jan. 2026
Kwame Christian Esq, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
LinkedIn is betting that employers are increasingly prioritizing demonstrated AI skills over traditional résumés, and to that end, the platform has launched a new verification system to address this shift.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 28 Jan. 2026
The robot’s form factor and motion systems are optimized for shared spaces, prioritizing smooth movement and low mechanical noise.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 28 Jan. 2026
In its temporary space at Three Wells Fargo, the museum went back to its roots, prioritizing digital exhibits and walking tours, making its exhibits accessible even if a guest didn’t visit the space.
—Desiree Mathurin, Charlotte Observer, 28 Jan. 2026
An all-of-the-above approach to bringing supply is key, which means liberalizing our housing markets and better prioritizing public funding to deliver cost-effective solutions.
—The Editorial Board, Oc Register, 27 Jan. 2026
And a new development model is emerging on the back of my report to the UN—one that breaks from the outdated formula of prioritizing economic growth first and attempting to redistribute through taxes and transfers later.
—Olivier De Schutter, Time, 27 Jan. 2026
Local wedding associations and hospitality groups often recommend club venues for couples prioritizing service consistency and elevated dining experiences.
—Anton Lucanus, Miami Herald, 27 Jan. 2026
At the same time, schools should continue prioritizing balanced menus and nutrition education, so families understand how milk fits into a healthy eating pattern.
—Leeann Weintraub, Daily News, 21 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for prioritizing
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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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Linnaeus was the father of binomial nomenclature, a categorizing system that designates a genus and a species name for every living organism.—
Joshua Siskin,
Oc Register,
8 Jan. 2026
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By organizing around these strengths, firms created a world of selling that still looks surprisingly similar to how many digital platforms operate today.—
Paula de la Cruz,
Forbes.com,
23 Jan. 2026
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Don’t worry too much about organizing everything perfectly here.—
Cori Sears,
The Spruce,
22 Jan. 2026
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Opportunities range from serving meals and sorting donations to assisting with outreach efforts and administrative work.—
Cheyenne Derksen,
Oklahoman,
27 Jan. 2026
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Every year, the European textile collection and sorting organization sorts roughly 80,000 metric tons of textiles into some 300 categories.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Sourcing Journal,
26 Jan. 2026
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The Cook County medical examiner’s office determined Friday both people died from a gunshot wound to the head, classifying one death a homicide and the other a suicide.—
Cam'ron Hardy,
Chicago Tribune,
23 Jan. 2026
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In January, Mylius and colleagues released a tool that enhances the AI Incident Database by using a language model to parse the news reports associated with each incident, before classifying them by type of harm and severity.—
Harry Booth,
Time,
19 Jan. 2026
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If some companies, like BP and Total acquiesced, others like Exxon and Conoco packed up and left, writing off $billions and filing international arbitration claims that dissuaded many firms from seeking to establish operations in the country.—
Scott Montgomery,
Forbes.com,
25 Jan. 2026
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If the Good family can’t make a deal with the administration during the claims process, the next step is filing a lawsuit.—
Andy Rose,
CNN Money,
25 Jan. 2026
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“Prioritizing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prioritizing. Accessed 29 Jan. 2026.
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