Function
How words are described
| special | special function | special subject |
| prime | prime function | prime subject |
| exact | exact function | exact subject |
| particular | particular function | particular subject |
| Other adjectives: similar, specific, certain, original, true, single, obvious, actual, entire, real, main, important, new, major, sole, primary, unknown, intended, different. | ||
Common collocations
Both words in one sentence
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Only Gra and Foi function like they're supposed to for both sides (targeting all and only one subject, respectively).
Source: Video Game / Phantasy Star III -
Sinners are also subject to continuous surveillance via their Accessories, androids that function both as combat allies and personal corrections officers.
Source: Big Brother Is Watching -
Later analysis shows that part of the implant's function is to kill the subject in case of capture and interrogation.
Source: Video Game / X-Mercs
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