- present participle of function.
functioning
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It may also be essential for keeping mitochondria functioning and ensuring cells have enough energy.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 21, 2026
"I was no longer functioning like a proper human being," he said.
From BBC ● Oct. 19, 2026
This second wave of dramatic change has led in just the last few months to a reappraisal of how world trade is functioning and how it is going to be managed.
From BBC ● Oct. 17, 2026
Oligodendrocytes have traditionally been regarded as beneficial because they help keep nerve fibers insulated and functioning properly.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 17, 2026
They had been headed for the emergency room at Beaverville Hospital but maybe the hospital wasn’t functioning.
From "Earthquake Terror" by Peg Kehret
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