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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James Nelson, Forbes.com, 22 May 2026
Aside from LTVs, what other technologies is Lunar Outpost prioritizing?
—Chris Young, Interesting Engineering, 22 May 2026
This shift reflects a broader change within the party, as voters consistently prioritize cost-of-living concerns.
—Brittney Melton, NPR, 22 May 2026
The protein bump The good news for producers is that demand is strong, according to Flocco, as shoppers increasingly prioritize protein in their diets.
—Brandon Gomez, CNBC, 22 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for prioritize
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“Prioritize.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/prioritize. Accessed 23 May. 2026.
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