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prioritization

/prɑɪˈɔrɪˌtaɪzeɪʃɪn/
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Other forms: prioritizations

Prioritization is all about arranging tasks from most to least important. It's setting your priorities straight, like making sure you do your homework before playing video games...right?

Prioritization is a skill that helps everyone from students to CEOs manage their time effectively, making sure the important stuff doesn’t get forgotten. Practicing prioritization is like being the boss of your to-do list, deciding which tasks are the most urgent and putting them at the top of the list. When you decide to study for your big test tomorrow instead of watching TV, that's prioritization.

Definitions of prioritization
  1. noun
    the act or process of assigning a status in order of importance or necessity
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