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The phrase "a functioning government" is correct and usable in written English.
You can use it when discussing the operational status or effectiveness of a government in fulfilling its duties.
Example: "In times of crisis, the citizens rely on a functioning government to provide essential services and maintain order."
Alternatives: "an effective government" or "a working government."
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The first priority must be governance, however, as administration and defense cannot happen without a functioning government.
Can Spain's elections on Sunday deliver a functioning government?
Basic elements of a functioning government are lacking.
It will help if the election produces a functioning government.
Without a president, a cabinet or a functioning government, Argentina finds itself adrift.
In terms of a functioning government, southern Sudan is not starting from scratch.
In order to maintain a functioning government, Congress needs to finance the programs it has enacted.
In the areas controlled by Assad it is a functioning government.
We need to get out of the EU on time and with a functioning government.
The MP said: "The UK no longer has a functioning government of executive control.
Britain needs a functioning government, not this revolving door of failure.
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