prioritize

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

VERB

program

Synonyms

STRONGEST

compute register set up

STRONG

arrange bill book budget calculate compile design draft edit engage enter estimate feed figure formulate itemize list poll prearrange process schedule set slate

WEAK

get on line lay on lay out line up map out pencil in work out

Antonyms

STRONG

cancel disorder disorganize disperse forget let go scatter

WEAK

neglect

Example Sentences

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People tend to prioritize utility debt in order to avoid having their power shut off, Wolfe said.

From MarketWatch

They are skeptical of SM’s new strategy of prioritizing near-term earnings over long-term growth while cautiously expanding into new regions.

From The Wall Street Journal

There’s no one correct asset allocation for someone in their 70s, but most experts suggest shifting from maximizing growth to prioritizing income, stability and, of course, longevity.

From MarketWatch

And why, if he’s prioritizing his kids, are you his long-term care and retirement plan?

From MarketWatch

“We must prioritize prevention of further damage to our remaining savings,” Madani said.

From Los Angeles Times

prioritize

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