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The way to do it is to talk about the costs of America not functioning the way we promised.

From Slate • Apr. 20, 2026

The “Criminal Minds” star also underwent multiple spinal surgeries to manage cauda equina syndrome, a rare condition in which nerve bundles in the lumbar or sacral spine are compressed or not functioning properly.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 21, 2026

Moist environments such as gut mucus, wound fluids, or the urinary tract provide surfaces where bacteria could spread through swashing, even when their flagella are not functioning effectively.

From Science Daily • Mar. 13, 2026

You are not functioning as a bank, and unless you promised him interest, he is not entitled to any.

From MarketWatch • Dec. 7, 2025

But there were also problems with his kidneys, which were not functioning properly.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady




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