De deadline
Example: We moeten de deadline voor het project halen om kosten te besparen.
Definition
"Deadline" refers to a fixed point in time by which a task or project must be completed, especially in financial or business contexts. Meeting the deadline is crucial to avoid penalties or additional costs, as illustrated by the phrase 'We must meet the deadline for the project to save costs.'
Etymology
The word "deadline" originated in the early 20th century, initially used in the context of prisons as a line prisoners were forbidden to cross. Over time, it evolved to mean a time limit or due date. Did you know? Its shift from a physical boundary to a time constraint reflects changing societal needs.
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"De deadline" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Finance - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 150 commonly used words.
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