Collocation Mini-Lessons

Deadlines & Workload

Lesson 27  ·  Professional & Workplace

B1 – B2

Register Key

General Casual News Professional Workplace
4 phrases  ·  5 example sentences each  ·  See how each phrase is used across different real-world contexts.

1 meet a deadline
Example Sentences
  • Learning to meet deadlines is one of the most important habits you can build.General
  • I always meet my deadlines — I just don't always enjoy the process.Casual
  • The construction company failed to meet the deadline set by the city council.News
  • The entire team worked overtime to ensure they met the client's deadline.Professional
  • Meeting deadlines consistently is one of the key performance indicators for all staff.Workplace
2 miss a deadline
Example Sentences
  • Missing a deadline once is forgivable — making it a habit is not.General
  • I missed the deadline. I know. I don't really have an excuse.Casual
  • The software company missed its launch deadline for the second time this year.News
  • Missing the deadline meant the team had to absorb penalty costs outlined in the contract.Professional
  • If you think you're going to miss a deadline, notify your supervisor as early as possible.Workplace
3 manage your workload
Example Sentences
  • Finding ways to manage your workload effectively reduces stress and improves results.General
  • I'm really struggling to manage my workload right now — there's just too much.Casual
  • Healthcare workers have spoken out about their inability to manage their workload safely.News
  • The new project management software was introduced to help staff manage their workload more efficiently.Professional
  • If you're finding it difficult to manage your workload, speak to your line manager before it becomes a problem.Workplace
4 prioritize tasks
Example Sentences
  • When everything feels urgent, the ability to prioritize tasks becomes essential.General
  • You need to prioritize your tasks — not everything can be number one.Casual
  • Aid workers were forced to prioritize tasks as resources became increasingly limited.News
  • Staff are trained to prioritize tasks based on urgency, impact, and available resources.Professional
  • At the start of each shift, take five minutes to prioritize your tasks for the day.Workplace
Bonus

work to a deadline