prioritize
verb (used with object)
to arrange or do in order of priority.
has been prioritizing
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present perfect progressiveof prioritize (3rd person singular).present perfect progressive
Used to describe an action that began in the past, has continued continuously, and is still in progress.
Example Sentences
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Beijing has been prioritizing cutting-edge technologies, such as artificial intelligence, semiconductors and robotics.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 10, 2026
Boeing has been prioritizing profits over safety, in both design and fabrication.
From Salon ● Jan. 26, 2024
“With Iraq unable to transfer funds due to sanctions on Iran’s banking sector, Tehran has been prioritizing it’s local consumers,” Al-Maleki told the AP.
From Washington Times ● Jul. 13, 2023
The city has been prioritizing the use of surplused land for “low-income housing” for several years.
From Seattle Times ● Jan. 20, 2023
Ferguson said the state has been prioritizing requests for much-needed masks and ventilators based on the outbreak in certain areas and immediate needs of individual hospitals.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 2, 2020
