function
noun
the kind of action or activity proper to a person, thing, or institution; the purpose for which something is designed or exists; role.
has been functioning
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present perfect progressiveof function (3rd person singular).present perfect progressive
Used to describe an action that began in the past, has continued continuously, and is still in progress.
Example Sentences
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For five years, the PGA Tour has been functioning without some of the biggest stars in the game.
From BBC ● Sep. 9, 2026
North Korea placed Earth observation satellites into orbit in 2012 and 2016, but there is no proof that either satellite has been functioning.
From Seattle Times ● Apr. 11, 2023
“The facility was opened the next day and has been functioning normally,” Gomes said.
From The Verge ● Dec. 29, 2021
Amy Blondin, spokeswoman of state Health Care Authority, said the program has been functioning with money redistributed from other states.
From Washington Times ● Dec. 21, 2017
After all, The Brain has been functioning for quite some time.
From The Brain by Alexander Blade
