functions

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The Public Sector Equality Duty, which applies in England, Scotland and Wales, requires public bodies and bodies carrying out public functions to eliminate unlawful discrimination.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

Five astronauts had briefly entered the docked Dragon spacecraft as a precautionary measure -- the capsule functions as a lifeboat of sorts in the case an evacuation is needed.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

Gone will be the old version, which has been so limited for so long that many people, if they ever use it, do so only for basic functions like setting timers.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

Their findings suggest that after settling on a host, deer keds reduce investment in vision and redirect energy toward functions that are more important for life as a permanent parasite.

From Science Daily • Jun. 2, 2026

He created the new post of director of functions and assigned Frank Millet to the job, giving him wide latitude to do what he could to boost attendance.

From "The Devil in the White City" by Erik Larson