Prioritize

usgb/praɪˈɔːrətaɪz/
verb

To decide or set the importance or status of things according to their importance.

We need to prioritize our tasks to be more effective.
Visual representation of "prioritize" - To decide or set the importance or status of things according to their importance

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  • prioritize tasks
  • prioritize goals
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Work Efficiency

Understanding how to prioritize can improve work or study efficiency by tackling important tasks first.

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She learned to prioritize her assignments to meet all her deadlines.
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Goal Setting

When setting goals, prioritize makes you consider which aim is most essential to focus on.

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He decided to prioritize learning English over other hobbies.
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Task Management

Prioritize helps you manage tasks by determining which should be done soonest based on importance.

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To manage her time, she prioritized the project's critical stages over minor details.
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