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priorities

n.
US //pɹaɪˈɔɹətiz// UK //pɹaɪˈɒɹɪtiz// pri·or·i·ties
  1. 1 important tasks (n.)
    B1 Intermediate

    the things that you think are most important and should be dealt with first.

    the set of tasks, goals, or values that are ranked according to their relative importance.

    Example

    My main priorities this week are finishing my report and visiting my parents.

    Example

    The new administration must re-evaluate its fiscal priorities if it hopes to address the growing infrastructure deficit before the next election cycle.

    Usage

    Often used with the verbs 'set', 'order', or 'rearrange'.
    • trivialities
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