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Updated June 2026
Operating or working in a proper or particular way. Describes something that is performing its intended purpose or fulfilling its designated role.
“The system is functioning normally after the software update was installed.”
Contains three N's and two U's. Watch for the pattern FUNC and the -TIONING ending.
Worth 18 points base value. The F (4 points) and C (3 points) offer good scoring potential.
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