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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Finally, prioritizing recovery by keeping your fueling in check, getting plenty of sleep, and taking rest days and down weeks is key for runners looking to avoid injury, says Takacs.—
Emma Loewe,
Outside,
11 Mar. 2026
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The success of the farm system, much like the major league roster, will be predicated on how a number of position player prospects respond to down seasons.—
Shawn McFarland,
Dallas Morning News,
11 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Prosecutors said the rifle was rendered inoperable before Jalloh left the store, unbeknownst to Jalloh.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
13 Mar. 2026
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Prosecutors said the rifle was rendered inoperable before Jalloh left the store, unbeknownst to Jalloh.—
Jonathan Mattise,
Chicago Tribune,
12 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
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The agency has also probed 2021 Tesla Model Y vehicles after reports of exterior door handles becoming inoperative due to low battery voltage, leading to instances of children stuck inside.—
Andrea Guzmán,
Austin American Statesman,
5 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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The most recent blackout was blamed on a broken boiler at a thermoelectric plant that forced the shutdown of Cuba's power grid.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
14 Mar. 2026
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While clinical care is often compassionate and skilled, the financial structure surrounding that care is deeply broken — Florida hospitals see the most revenue per capita in the country, while Floridians have faced some of the highest rates of surprise billing for hospital stays in the country.—
Linda D. Gadd,
The Orlando Sentinel,
13 Mar. 2026
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“Nonfunctional.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nonfunctional. Accessed 18 Mar. 2026.
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