functional
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“The functional area flagged by most customers as ground-zero for AI-driven headcount reductions was customer support, resulting in some seat growth risk in ServiceNow’s CSM segment,” wrote analyst Karl Keirstead.
From Barron's • Apr. 10, 2026
Some have since been worked into functional items, with his giant tape measure becoming a coffee table and a big plug turned into a cupboard.
From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026
The findings also point to new opportunities for developing functional foods, dietary supplements, seasonings, or even fragrances that deliver stronger benefits using smaller amounts of active ingredients.
From Science Daily • Apr. 9, 2026
The company aims to lead next-generation snacking by broadening its portfolio into premium, better-for-you, salty, and functional products.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026
The old flatbed ferryboat had been functional just the day before, the commerçant claimed, but now it bobbed listlessly on the opposite shore in spite of his piercing whistles and waving arms.
From "The Poisonwood Bible" by Barbara Kingsolver
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