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functioning

[fuhngk-shuh-ning] / ˈfʌŋk ʃə nɪŋ /
ADJECTIVE
active
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STRONGEST




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Kosovo has missed out on hundreds of millions of euros' worth of European Union funds because of the lack of a functioning government.

From BBC

If those habitats disappear or stop functioning properly, connectivity between whale fall sites breaks down.

From Science Daily

“We had it. I always say this about culture, I always say this about a good team being a functioning organism.”

From Los Angeles Times

When confronted with her anger, they physically seize up and stop functioning.

From Los Angeles Times

"The entire inspection component is no longer functioning, the notifications when a missile is moved, etc, all of that has vanished. What remains is only the voluntary commitment to stay within the limits," said Maitre.

From Barron's