as in precedence
the right to one's attention before other things considered less important
the committee has decided to give your request priority, so you'll have a meeting early tomorrow morning
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Recent Examples of priority
Resources take top priority in your life now.
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Usa Today,
USA Today,
29 June 2026
Each organization will continue to be led by a management team with deep industry experience that will benefit from focused strategic priorities and the ability to pursue opportunities most relevant to their businesses.
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Todd Spangler,
Variety,
29 June 2026
Digital twins have crossed the line from emerging technology to operational priority.
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Todd Edmunds,
Forbes.com,
29 June 2026
Adapting a beloved novel for the screen inevitably means making changes, but Reinhart said preserving what readers loved most was always the priority.
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Lily Brown,
PEOPLE,
29 June 2026
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Usa Today,
USA Today,
29 June 2026
Each organization will continue to be led by a management team with deep industry experience that will benefit from focused strategic priorities and the ability to pursue opportunities most relevant to their businesses.
—
Todd Spangler,
Variety,
29 June 2026
Digital twins have crossed the line from emerging technology to operational priority.
—
Todd Edmunds,
Forbes.com,
29 June 2026
Adapting a beloved novel for the screen inevitably means making changes, but Reinhart said preserving what readers loved most was always the priority.
—
Lily Brown,
PEOPLE,
29 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for priority
Recent Examples of Synonyms for priority
precedence
Noun
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Unlike during recovery months when high-intensity skiing and snowboarding take precedence, the remainder of the year is much more focused on lounging, pampering and connecting with other guests.
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That means older water rights take precedence.
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“Priority.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/priority. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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