Financial Management Terminology

noun the action or process of functioning or working

verb to perform a function or work as intended

adjective functioning or in use

• The company is currently operating at full capacity to meet the high demand.
• The restaurant is still operating despite the late hour.
• I heard that new club is operating under the radar to avoid getting shut down.
• His mind was like a well-oiled machine, smoothly operating through complex problems.

verb to trim or remove parts of a plant, tree, or shrub to improve growth or appearance

• The gardener carefully pruned the bushes to promote healthy growth.
• I pruned back the roses in the garden last weekend.
• I totally pruned my social media friend list, getting rid of all the negativity.
• She pruned her schedule to focus on what truly mattered in her life.