These problems are important and should be 'given priority' (over others). [=they should be dealt with first]
Health concerns should 'have priority' over comfort. [=health concerns are more important than comfort]
I know you want to buy a new stereo, but right now, saving for college has to 'take priority'.
(..) Connor is on the ground. OLSEN: This mission is a quick in-and-out. Command deems the information on those computers... ...to be of the highest priority. BARBAROSA : Connor, there's no sign of the machines. They're gone. DAVID : It's way too quiet. (..)2009 Terminator Salvation