functional
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“The functional area flagged by most customers as ground-zero for AI-driven headcount reductions was customer support, resulting in some seat growth risk in ServiceNow’s CSM segment,” wrote analyst Karl Keirstead.
From Barron's • Apr. 10, 2026
A meetinghouse stood at the center of every village created by the Shakers, the separatist and celibate Christian religious sect founded in the 18th century that was devoted to communal living and simple, functional design.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026
Using functional ultrasound imaging and electrical recordings, the researchers identified the mediodorsal thalamus as the brain region most affected by the mutation.
From Science Daily • Apr. 3, 2026
The case is taking place in a remodelled conference hall that cost hundreds of thousands of euros and Mitsotakis has said it is "among the most functional and modern in Europe".
From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026
“You all have functional brains, last time I checked,” I say.
From "Insurgent" by Veronica Roth
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