have/take precedence over
idiom
somewhat formal
: to be more important (than something else)
When it comes to making health care decisions, the patient's preference should take precedence.
—often + overThe safety of the children has/takes precedence over everything else.
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The Future of Higher Education The rapid growth of these giant universities could indeed be a disruption of higher education, where flexibility, affordability, and accessibility take precedence over the traditional campus experience, which fewer students can afford.
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Bryan Penprase, Forbes, 2 Dec. 2024
Friendships may become increasingly superficial, either due to busy schedules, lack of meaningful time together or the tendency to engage in performative friendship—where factors such as social comparison and status take precedence over genuine connection.
—Mark Travers, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024
Dig deep, ask experts and let your intelligence take precedence over feelings.
—Eugenia Last, The Mercury News, 13 Oct. 2024
These organizations often operate on tight budgets, meaning that other priorities—such as patient care—take precedence over costly IT overhauls.
—Paul Kovalenko, Forbes, 8 Oct. 2024
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Bryan Penprase, Forbes, 2 Dec. 2024
Friendships may become increasingly superficial, either due to busy schedules, lack of meaningful time together or the tendency to engage in performative friendship—where factors such as social comparison and status take precedence over genuine connection.
—Mark Travers, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024
Dig deep, ask experts and let your intelligence take precedence over feelings.
—Eugenia Last, The Mercury News, 13 Oct. 2024
These organizations often operate on tight budgets, meaning that other priorities—such as patient care—take precedence over costly IT overhauls.
—Paul Kovalenko, Forbes, 8 Oct. 2024
See all Example Sentences for have/take precedence over
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“Have/take precedence over.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/have%2Ftake%20precedence%20over. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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