How to Use functionality in a Sentence

functionality

noun
  • The cameras are comparable in price and functionality.
  • The screen is easy to read, and the functionalities are easy to control.
    Laura Denby, Peoplemag, 6 June 2023
  • But far worse than these functionality breakdowns has been the uptick in hate speech on the platform.
    Chandra Steele, PCMAG, 11 May 2023
  • Reinhard writes that the functionality will be added this week.
    Alex Weprin, The Hollywood Reporter, 1 Nov. 2023
  • There are plug-ins that add functionality, like the ability to embed tweets and YouTube videos.
    PCMAG, 22 Jan. 2024
  • It is designed to reside right next to your bed, merging the best of design and functionality.
    Kurt Knutsson, Fox News, 27 Sep. 2023
  • Simon Cowell is having a party and using that play queue functionality to add tracks to the list all the time.
    Georg Szalai, The Hollywood Reporter, 11 Jan. 2024
  • In fact, there isn’t much difference between the Galaxy Watch 3 and any smartwatch that’s come out in the past few years — at least in terms of core functionality.
    Brandon Widder, The Verge, 16 Dec. 2023
  • This set gives you FRS functionality in a simple, easy-to-use design.
    Erica Puisis, Parents, 9 Mar. 2024
  • This woven wool pouf brings in functionality and style and can easily be placed in any corner of the house or at the foot of a couch as a mini ottoman.
    Gabriela Izquierdo, Southern Living, 5 Mar. 2024
  • For Siriano, the functionality of the look was just as important as the aesthetics.
    Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 19 Oct. 2023
  • The Ultimate Sack 5000 is our top pick for the best bean bag chair, as this product combines functionality, comfort, and style.
    Samantha S. Thorpe, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Oct. 2023
  • Other drones skimp on functionality to come in at a lower price.
    K. Thor Jensen, PCMAG, 11 July 2023
  • Atkinson loves the mixture of functionality and style of this option.
    Kristina Rutkowski, wsj.com, 20 Oct. 2023
  • The Start menu in Windows 11 has sparked many complaints and offers less functionality than the Windows 10 version.
    Matthew Humphries, PCMAG, 31 July 2023
  • If not, the device will have limited functionality or, in some cases, not work at all.
    Amrita Khalid, The Verge, 14 Nov. 2023
  • While this functionality quietly rolled out late last year, Chase and Southwest and making a big splash now.
    Chris Dong, Travel + Leisure, 20 Mar. 2024
  • Pockets and an elastic waistband up the pants’ functionality while a subtle champion logo at the left hip adds a stylish flair.
    Hillary Maglin, Travel + Leisure, 10 July 2023
  • Other than that, find the right balance between style and functionality.
    Field & Stream, 5 July 2023
  • With amazing functionality and a line-up of helpful features, the SnapGrip Creator Kit is our top pick for an all around solid kit.
    Lauren Breedlove, Travel + Leisure, 23 Feb. 2024
  • In general, iOS 17 isn’t expected to make any tremendous changes to the core functionality of your phone and instead is adding a bit of polish to what was already there.
    Emily Price, PCMAG, 9 Aug. 2023
  • The shades combine style and functionality thanks to the oversized square frame paired with sleek polarized and UV-protected lenses.
    Anna Popp, Travel + Leisure, 8 May 2023
  • Aside from functionality, there are features like reflective detailing on the hood and sleeves, a chin strap, and zipper pulls which takes this parka to the next level.
    Casey Clark, Parents, 5 Mar. 2024
  • While Musk claimed the move was largely aesthetics-based, some are raising doubts about the actual functionality of the new feature.
    Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 5 Oct. 2023
  • This pick has earned the title of best orchid pot because of three key traits: functionality, variety, and value.
    Quincy Bulin, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 May 2023
  • Any functionality on this website needs javascript turned on.
    Melissa Gira Grant, The New Republic, 17 Aug. 2023
  • Some of its early EVs have been criticized for putting too much functionality behind the touchscreen.
    Andrew J. Hawkins, The Verge, 15 Feb. 2024
  • From my conversations with global leaders, the issue on AI is not the functionality; the issue is over ethics and values.
    Massimo Marioni, Fortune, 2 Nov. 2023
  • Below, the 20 best sandals for men are nothing like what your grandpa used to wear; these flip-flops, slides, or mules and clogs are the epitome of rugged charm meets everyday functionality.
    Maverick Li, menshealth.com, 10 June 2023
  • Along with a sweetheart neckline and a keyhole design, there are pockets to add functionality.
    Dorian Smith-Garcia, Parents, 22 Mar. 2024

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