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.
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Because of this, experts recommend prioritizing foods shown to decrease inflammation, such as vegetables, fruits, nuts, seeds, whole grains, fish, lean poultry, and healthy fats like olive oil and avocado.
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Brittany Risher, SELF, 8 Jan. 2025
By prioritizing cybersecurity and fostering a culture of vigilance, healthcare organizations can better protect their patients, their reputation and their critical infrastructure.
—Chris Novak, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
The department must also prioritize non-police response to calls involving behavioral health issues, thoroughly investigate complaints and hold officers accountable.
—N'dea Yancey-Bragg, USA TODAY, 8 Jan. 2025
Star defensive tackle Derrick Brown will return from a knee injury that sidelined him for all but the season opener, and the Panthers now have the freedom to shell out resources on defense after mostly prioritizing their offense heading into this season.
—Derrik Klassen, The Athletic, 8 Jan. 2025
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Brittany Risher, SELF, 8 Jan. 2025
By prioritizing cybersecurity and fostering a culture of vigilance, healthcare organizations can better protect their patients, their reputation and their critical infrastructure.
—Chris Novak, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
The department must also prioritize non-police response to calls involving behavioral health issues, thoroughly investigate complaints and hold officers accountable.
—N'dea Yancey-Bragg, USA TODAY, 8 Jan. 2025
Star defensive tackle Derrick Brown will return from a knee injury that sidelined him for all but the season opener, and the Panthers now have the freedom to shell out resources on defense after mostly prioritizing their offense heading into this season.
—Derrik Klassen, The Athletic, 8 Jan. 2025
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“Prioritize.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/prioritize. Accessed 18 Jan. 2025.
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