priority (B2)
noun
Pronunciation: /praɪˈɒrəti/
Definition
The state or condition of being regarded or treated as more important than others.
Examples
My top priority is to finish this project on time.
We need to establish clear priorities for the upcoming quarter.
The government has made education a top priority.
How to Use priority
- priority for (prepositional phrase)
- The thing or person that is most important. — "The safety of our employees is our highest priority for the company."
- priority to (prepositional phrase)
- Giving importance or preference to someone or something. — "The hospital gives priority to patients with critical conditions."
- in priority (prepositional phrase)
- As a matter of importance or urgency. — "All urgent requests are handled in priority."
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