functioning
Example Sentences
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“We had it. I always say this about culture, I always say this about a good team being a functioning organism.”
From Los Angeles Times
When confronted with her anger, they physically seize up and stop functioning.
From Los Angeles Times
"The entire inspection component is no longer functioning, the notifications when a missile is moved, etc, all of that has vanished. What remains is only the voluntary commitment to stay within the limits," said Maitre.
From Barron's
The recent fire tragedies in counties Antrim and Down are reminders of how crucial it is to have a functioning smoke alarm.
From BBC
When these bacteria are present and functioning well, sorbitol is less likely to cause problems.
From Science Daily
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.