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operational

[op-uh-rey-shuh-nl] / ˌɒp əˈreɪ ʃə nl /


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Donovan led a perimeter security assessment of the US facility and discussed safety of service members and operational readiness, the statement said.

From Barron's • May 30, 2026

It does not have to be a dollar-for-dollar match because there are so many variables, not least the operational risk your son will carry ensuring that the success of the family business continues.

From MarketWatch • May 29, 2026

The new detention centre in the Loon-Plage area is under construction and the Home Office said it was expected to be operational by the end of this year.

From BBC • May 27, 2026

Khan adds that operational fixes are under way, but that “performance returning to normal conditions is expected to take 9-12 months,” keeping the near-term outlook muted.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026

The luxury underground fortress remained operational and ready to receive its political guests until a 1992 expose by Washington Post reporter Ted Gup blew the operation’s cover.

From "Hidden Figures" by Margot Lee Shetterly




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