precedence

be given precedence over (someone or something)

To be given priority over someone or something else. I'm afraid their project has been given precedence over yours by the board of directors. They feel it has a greater profit potential. Applicants with spouses or civil partners serving in the military will be given precedence over all others. I know it's an entry-level position, and that kids right out of college will be given precedence over forty-somethings like me.

See also: given, over, precedence

have precedence over (someone or something)

To have an existing priority over someone or something else. I'm afraid their project has precedence over yours because they are so much nearer to completion. Applicants with spouses or civil partners serving in the military will have precedence over all others. I know it's an entry-level position, and that kids right out of college will have precedence over forty-somethings like me.

See also: have, over, precedence

precedence over (someone or something)

An existing priority over someone or something else. I'm afraid their project has precedence over yours because they are so much nearer to completion. Applicants with spouses or civil partners serving in the military will take precedence over all others.

See also: over, precedence

take precedence

To take priority (over someone or something else) as a result of having greater importance. Maintenance on our cloud servers is going to take precedence for the time being. All other projects will have to be suspended until further notice. We welcome all applicants, though those with spouses or civil partners serving in the military will take precedence.

See also: precedence, take

take precedence over (someone or something)

To take priority over someone or something else. I'm afraid their project takes precedence over yours, as the company's survival depends on its success. Applicants with spouses or civil partners serving in the military will take precedence over all others.

See also: over, precedence, take

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*precedence over someone or something

the right to come before someone or something else; greater importance than someone or something else. (*Typically: take ~; have ~; be given ~.) Ambulances have precedence over regular cars at intersections. My manager's concerns take precedence over mine.

See also: over, precedence

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