operational
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It currently has just a few hundred operational satellites, while SpaceX has more than 10,000 and already serves both enterprise customers and the wider public.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 14, 2026
On Sunday, Marcos also warned the public against hoarding diesel, saying that only consumers with legitimate operational needs may store fuel to sustain essential services and daily operations.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026
That morale and confidence are critical to operational performance.
From Slate • Apr. 13, 2026
"We are prepared to remain open and operational," he said.
From Barron's • Apr. 11, 2026
“If it’s not an operational flight,” said the squadron leader, “there’s no need to ring Intelligence. I’ll take responsibility.”
From "Code Name Verity" by Elizabeth Wein
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Vocabulary lists containing operational
"Principles of Business," Vocabulary from Chapter 13
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"CLEP Financial Accounting," Vocabulary from Chapter 14
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