The phrase "overriding priority" means that something is more important than everything else and takes precedence over other things.
Sentences with «overriding priority»
That provision lacks a precise timetable and is laden with the caveat that of the «overriding priorities of developing countries,» but it is the statement of intent that the Chinese are clearly taking seriously. (greenleapforward.com)
«If the banks are just giving overriding priority to boosting their share prices in the long run then you're not going to get a delivery of lending to businesses. (politics.co.uk)
In Copenhagen's new bicycle strategy you can read about the new initiatives and plans which lay down guidelines for the long - term and overriding priorities within the bicycle area. (denmark.dk)