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priorities

NOUN

first concern

Synonyms

STRONGEST

arrangement preference

STRONG

antecedence lead order precedence preeminence prerogative rank seniority superiority supremacy transcendence

WEAK

crash project greatest importance previousness right of way

Antonyms

STRONG

inferiority last subservience

WEAK

unimportance

Example Sentences

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He told MSPs the government would concentrate on the "priorities of the people", including bringing down NHS waiting lists, expanding funded childcare and providing support to first-time buyers.

From BBC • May 28, 2026

Mahan’s priorities, such as housing and homelessness improvements he oversaw in San José, had an impact on the campaign, the Democratic strategist said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 26, 2026

A White House spokesperson said of the cuts at the time that EI-ISAC’s work no longer effectuated the priorities of the Department of Homeland Security.

From Salon • May 21, 2026

Even the buzzy space stuff is tied to national priorities.

From Barron's • May 20, 2026

But due to wartime priorities, very little new housing had been developed.

From "Farewell to Manzanar" by Jeanne Houston