practical
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There’s one more problem, Goodrich said, and it’s a practical one.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026
While the presidential role is largely ceremonial under Hungary's system of government, it has some practical functions, including confirming public appointments.
From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026
One reason aging studies remain uncommon is practical.
From Science Daily • May 31, 2026
The city’s website describes the Crisis Response Team as “volunteers from all walks of life who provide immediate, on-scene, practical, and emotional support to survivors impacted by personal tragedies,” including homicides.
From Los Angeles Times • May 30, 2026
The practical range of cannon fire was about a mile, so in a battle on land that was the crucial range for improving vision.
From "The Invention of Science" by David Wootton
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