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prioritize

[prahy-awr-i-tahyz, -or-] / praɪˈɔr ɪˌtaɪz, -ˈɒr- /


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Research and polling suggests Latino voters prioritize cost-of-living issues — such as housing, wages and inflation — over immigration, a topic often emphasized in national messaging.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 29, 2026

While both providers can bypass geo-restrictions and deliver HD content, Surfshark’s faster speeds, unlimited device support and broad Netflix compatibility give it an edge for users who prioritize high-resolution streaming across multiple devices.

From Salon • Mar. 27, 2026

But you should prioritize paying down your credit-card bill for a couple of reasons.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 25, 2026

The fitness industry will likely continue to capitalize on consumers’ behavioral shifts to prioritize health, the analysts say.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 25, 2026

“My son here convinced me that perhaps I should prioritize my list of enemies.”

From "The Last Olympian" by Rick Riordan