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operational

[op-uh-rey-shuh-nl] / ˌɒp əˈreɪ ʃə nl /


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“It delays our ability to make operational, mission related war-fighting decisions.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 16, 2026

Investors were keen to discover if the war in the Middle East was disrupting supply chains, operational performance or end-demand but management made it clear that was not the case.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 16, 2026

Still, gains in gold prices overnight could offset the miss “given the large/liquid/relative operational delivery appeal in the name,” says Kaner.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026

The refinery is still partially operational - jet fuel and diesel will continue to be made at reduced levels as a safety precaution - but the government has warned of impacts to petrol production.

From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026

Michael suggested, rather excitedly, “Don’t count it as my operational cross-country. I need the practice.”

From "Code Name Verity" by Elizabeth Wein




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