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operating

[op-uh-rey-ting] / ˈɒp əˌreɪ tɪŋ /


ADJECTIVE
functioning
Synonyms
NOUN
management
Synonyms


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The sunlight-driven system achieved a ghost-imaging visibility of 90.7%, close to the 95.5 percent visibility produced by a standard 405 nm laser operating at the same pump power.

From Science Daily • May 18, 2026

The company’s management has been forecasting 2026 operating margins of between 10% and 12%, significantly lower than in recent years and below those of its peers, which can be more than 30%.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026

The Abu Dhabi Media Office said the fire "broke out in an electric generator" and confirmed precautionary measures had been taken at the plant, which is operating as normal.

From BBC • May 17, 2026

The UAE said the reactor was not affected and the plant was operating as normal.

From MarketWatch • May 17, 2026

After two hours, one of my doctors greeted Mom and Dad at the operating room door.

From "Ugly" by Robert Hoge




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