Functioning
Functioning noun - Process or manner of functioning or operating.
Striving and functioning are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Striving" instead a noun "Functioning".
Striving
Striving noun - An effortful attempt to attain a goal.
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Synonyms for Striving
Functioning and striving are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Functioning" instead a noun "Striving".
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Striving and Functioning. (2016). Retrieved 2026, July 21, from https://thesaurus.plus/related/functioning/striving
Functioning & Striving. N.p., 2016. Web. 21 Jul. 2026. <https://thesaurus.plus/related/functioning/striving>.
Striving or Functioning. 2016. Accessed July 21, 2026. https://thesaurus.plus/related/functioning/striving.
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