functions
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Mitochondria are often described as the powerhouses of the cell because they produce much of the energy our bodies need to grow, move, repair tissues, and carry out everyday functions.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 3, 2026
The second issue, which is much more important, is that to perform these functions, one must give Muse access to one’s email and retail accounts.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 2, 2026
Your hand and forearm strength can be important to everyday functions, like opening a jar or turning a key in a difficult lock.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 1, 2026
Through his cellmate, Gershkovich learned the rules of Russian prison life, including how to perform various bodily functions in the cramped cell and how to comport himself with other inmates to stay safe.
From Barron's ● Sep. 30, 2026
We’re on functions right now, which I barely understand, so I’m glad for the brain break.
From "The Wrong Way Home" by Kate O’Shaughnessy
