precedence

Example Sentences

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Few could say they were surprised by the nine changes after the Portuguese had hinted in his pre-match comments that surviving in the Premier League took precedence.

From BBC • Mar. 19, 2026

If Facebook or Instagram are invaluable tools for a business to attract customers, that should probably take precedence over credit-card point tallies and the need to travel in style, Grossman notes.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 16, 2026

In Greek tragedy, the gods have the last word, but here the question becomes whether individuals’ rights should take precedence over a ruler’s edict.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 12, 2026

Chemotherapy and immunotherapy didn’t work, she said, and doctor appointments, therapy and insurance issues took precedence over home repairs.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 16, 2026

He told her that he didn’t have enough police officers to cover two parades, back-to-back, and that the president’s event took precedence.

From "Votes for Women!" by Winifred Conkling