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operate (verb)

To work or function in a particular way, or to control or use something, especially a machine or system. It can also mean to perform a medical operation.

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Think of an 'Operator' at a switchboard. They are 'operating' the lines to connect people. 'OP'erating is 'OP'ening a co...

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⚠️ Common Mistakes

The surgeon operated the patient. → The surgeon operated on the patient.

I am operating a pen to write. → I am using a pen to write.

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