priority

Example Sentences

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"We will continue to place the highest priority on ensuring the safety of our crew, cargo, and vessels as operations proceed."

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

“Outperforming in a down market is priority No. 1.”

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

After two decades online, Revolve is giving priority to physical storefronts, opening locations in Aspen, Colo., and Los Angeles.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

The 2022 Decadal Survey from the National Academies identified it as the highest priority destination for future exploration.

From Science Daily • Apr. 3, 2026

It had gone out at the beginning of the summer and getting it repaired had slipped from the priority list to a slot far below “survival.”

From "The Line Tender" by Kate Allen