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“operates”
operate, operates, operated, operating
1. To perform a function; to work: The motor operates smoothly.
2. To perform surgery.
3. To exert an influence; such as, forces operating on the economy.
4. To produce a desired or proper effect;for example, a drug that operates quickly.
5. To carry on a military or naval action or campaign.
6. To conduct business in an irregular or devious manner; such as, drug dealers operating in residential and school areas.
2. To perform surgery.
3. To exert an influence; such as, forces operating on the economy.
4. To produce a desired or proper effect;for example, a drug that operates quickly.
5. To carry on a military or naval action or campaign.
6. To conduct business in an irregular or devious manner; such as, drug dealers operating in residential and school areas.
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oper-, opus
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(a political system that operates on a deficit and continues to print more and more money)