functional

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Lee had to make sure her left hand, among other body parts, was functional and that her balance and movement bounced back.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026

Intel’s manufacturing yields—the ratio of functional chips to the maximum possible—in its newest chip-making process are too low.

From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026

The findings also point to new opportunities for developing functional foods, dietary supplements, seasonings, or even fragrances that deliver stronger benefits using smaller amounts of active ingredients.

From Science Daily • Apr. 9, 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

He was picky and frugal and seemed not to care how the building looked as long as it was functional.

From "The Devil in the White City" by Erik Larson