deadlines

Example Sentences

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We have to say no a hundred times a day and still keep people motivated on weekly deadlines.

From Salon • Jul. 5, 2026

Set your “soft” off day up for success by making sure any deadlines, presentations or important meetings are scheduled during your “fully on” days.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 30, 2026

Watson is a small victory for voters—small because not many voters cast these late-arriving ballots and voters eventually would adjust to earlier ballot deadlines.

From Slate • Jun. 29, 2026

McCaslin, a former defense lawyer who has been on the bench for six years, told the courtroom that she is known for not letting old cases linger, enforcing deadlines and maintaining order.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 29, 2026

If it weren’t for my mom, he would have missed a bunch of deadlines and fallen behind in the whole process.

From "Proud" by Ibtihaj Muhammad