as in nonfunctioning
not being in working order
that gas pump is nonfunctional, which is the reason for the plastic bag over the nozzle
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Recent Examples of nonfunctional
Much of it eventually became nonfunctional.
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Matt Randolph, Forbes.com, 5 Jan. 2026
Internal displacement, malnutrition, and disease are widespread, with nearly 95 percent of the population forced from their homes and most health facilities damaged or nonfunctional.
—Amir Daftari, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Oct. 2025
Those charges include four counts each of counterfeiting−delivery/possession of property and knowingly selling counterfeit, nonfunctional or noncompliant supplemental restraint systems.
—Christina Hall, Freep.com, 2 Oct. 2025
Additionally, the agency aims to prepare businesses and institutions for a new state law prohibiting the use of potable water on grass that is not used for recreation other purposes, also known as nonfunctional turf, which will impact non-residential properties beginning in 2027.
—City News Service, Daily News, 28 Aug. 2025
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Matt Randolph, Forbes.com, 5 Jan. 2026
Internal displacement, malnutrition, and disease are widespread, with nearly 95 percent of the population forced from their homes and most health facilities damaged or nonfunctional.
—Amir Daftari, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Oct. 2025
Those charges include four counts each of counterfeiting−delivery/possession of property and knowingly selling counterfeit, nonfunctional or noncompliant supplemental restraint systems.
—Christina Hall, Freep.com, 2 Oct. 2025
Additionally, the agency aims to prepare businesses and institutions for a new state law prohibiting the use of potable water on grass that is not used for recreation other purposes, also known as nonfunctional turf, which will impact non-residential properties beginning in 2027.
—City News Service, Daily News, 28 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for nonfunctional
Adjective
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Drivers say their contract issues center on pay as well as safety issues, including nonfunctioning heaters, loudspeakers and windshield wipers.—
Zaz Hollander,
Anchorage Daily News,
4 Feb. 2023
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In 2020, the state of Virginia passed some bills limiting pretextual traffic stops—for example, when police spot nonfunctioning brake or tail lights or hear an overly loud exhaust system.—
Michael Tomasky,
The New Republic,
30 Jan. 2023
Adjective
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Often, the easiest solution to fix a malfunctioning attack is to change the striker.—
Jacob Tanswell,
New York Times,
3 Mar. 2026
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There's also the scenario where the user experience just isn't great, whether that's subpar customer service or a malfunctioning app.—
Andreina Rodriguez,
CNBC,
29 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Borrowers pay interest on both the primary mortgage and the down-payment loan rather than making a cash down payment.—
Bloomberg,
Oc Register,
26 Mar. 2026
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The Bulldogs had a down year in 2024 with a 2-12 district record but got back to their winning ways this season with a 9-3 district performance.—
Charles Baggarly,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
26 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Unfortunately for tourists looking for a place to go, the one that showed up Monday morning on the promenade in front of the Lincoln Memorial is inoperable.—
Joe Heim,
Washington Post,
30 Mar. 2026
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The small park's inoperable decorative fountain will be replaced by a paved space, better suited for hosting events; its perimeter will be more defined, including with seat walls; and its green space and trees will be maintained.—
Hannah Kirby,
jsonline.com,
18 Mar. 2026
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The antiskid system was inoperative, and all four main tires on the landing gear blew.—
Jeff Suess,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
22 Mar. 2026
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Every home has that one drawer where unknown or inoperative chargers end up, becoming a tangled mess.—
Kaylei Fear,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Homecoming for Pope Jordan Pope scored 12 points in 33 minutes for Texas playing in his native Bay Area, coming back after suffering a broken foot late in a second-round win over Gonzaga.—
Janie McCauley,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Mar. 2026
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Gertie’s broken tail was a desperate and heartbreaking sign of her relief and gratitude, the news release stated.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
27 Mar. 2026
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“Nonfunctional.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nonfunctional. Accessed 1 Apr. 2026.
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