- present participle of function.
functioning
Example Sentences
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What’s more, staying hydrated helps flush toxins, keeps organs functioning optimally and thins mucus, making it easier for lungs to stay clear.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 23, 2026
They said this could represent a “crunch point” ahead of the winter heating season; however, as that’s a few months away, there are still enough supplies for economies to keep on functioning relatively normally.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 23, 2026
"They are a sign of a healthy city. If you see a dearth of children, that rings alarm bells that a city is not functioning as it should," she added.
From BBC ● Jul. 22, 2026
Physiological age reflects how well the body is functioning and may differ from chronological age, which is simply the number of years someone has lived.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 15, 2026
I thought I was dying, too, and yet there I stood, battered and bruised but more or less fully functioning.
From "City of the Plague God" by Sarwat Chadda
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